Dr. James Dobson was the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produced his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and held 18 honorary doctoral degrees. He also was the author of more than 70 books dedicated to the preservation of the family.
Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years, and on the attending staff of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years in the divisions of child development and medical genetics.
He advised five U.S. presidents and served on eight national commissions.
Dr. Dobson was married to Shirley for just shy of 65 years, and he was the beloved father of two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren.
Mother-in-law relationships are difficult, and are often delicate to navigate. But they don't have to be. Dr. Dobson's guest, Deb De Armond shares with us how we can be related by chance but family by choice.
How can a parent incentivize a child to do better in school? Dr. Dobson can think of a reward that's better than money or prizes...
What are some of the keys to a successful marriage? On the next edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson, Dr. Meg Meeker, and Ryan Dobson discuss what a successful marriage looks like.
You are not alone. Millions of parents, past and present, can identify with the particular stresses you are experiencing right now. A child between eighteen and thirty-six months of age is a sheer del
What are some practical steps you can take to be successful financially in 2015? On the next edition of Family Talk, Dave Ramsey and his daughter Rachel Cruze share some simple principles that lead to financial success in the new year.
Dr. Dobson's January 2015
Newsletter
Good parents do not necessarily equal good kids, so what do you do when your son or daughter gets involved in something self-destructive?
For many people, Christmas is the toughest time of the year. On the next edition of Family Talk Dr. James Dobson, Ryan Dobson, and Dr. Meg Meeker share a special story about dealing with tragedy during Christmas time.
Is your daily pace one you can sustain for a lifetime? If not, Dr. Dobson suggests it's time to make some lifestyle changes!
Dr. Dobson recommends that you don't take your work on vacation. Unplug and be there for your family.
