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Dr. James Dobson

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.

Content By Dr. James Dobson

Broadcasts

Welcome to Our Table!

Your home is more than just a house—it’s a place of ministry.

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Blogs

Teach Kids About Jesus Early and Earnestly!

What you teach your kids in the early years is critical. Researcher George Barna confirmed what we have knownthat it becomes progressively more difficult to influence children spiritually as they grow

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Dr. Dobson Minute

The Hurried Child Syndrome

Dr. Dobson says, "Let kids be kids!" Encouraging them to grow up too quickly is harmful to their mental and physical health.

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Why Fights Occur in Marriage

We often experience conflict in our marriage due to differing expectations. Dr. Dobson shares his own personal experience.

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The Day My Dad Apologized

Building a relational bridge can be as simple as saying "I'm sorry” to your child.

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Broadcasts

Life with a Messy Mate, Part 3

Living with chronic disorganization affects more than just your home—it impacts your entire family.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Grandma’s Off Her Rocker

Children need a lot of people in their lives who love them. Grandparents are ideal to take on that role!

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Broadcasts

Life with a Messy Mate, Part 2

Nagging and pleading won’t resolve the problem of a messy home, but there are strategies that do work.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Tetherball Terror at School

Dr. Dobson tips his hat to all the committed teachers heading back to the classroom this time of year!

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Broadcasts

Life with a Messy Mate, Part 1

Does clutter and disorganization create constant tension in your marriage?

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