Skip to content

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

Dr. Dobson Minute

Of Elephants and Teenagers

Dr. Dobson observes a parallel between animal and human behaviors that is too striking to miss!

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

The Little Girl at the Airport

Have you ever watched a stranger and wondered what is happening in that person’s life? Dr. Dobson shares one of his observations.

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

A Ride Down the Rogue

No one travels down the river of life without encountering some turbulence. It's all part of the ride!

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

Rich Kids

Parents should consider some important facts before leaving large sums of money to their kids.

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

Preventing Deafness

Parents should try to protect the hearing of their children.

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

Living Within Your Means

Dr. Dobson advises couples that no amount of income will be sufficient if spending isn’t brought under control.

Read More
Broadcasts

Motivating Your Child to Learn, Part 2

Parents play a crucial role in their child’s love of learning.

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

Drawbacks for Some Who Become Millionaires

Unexpected wealth can bring greed, violence and conflict into the lives of millionaires. But why?

Read More
Broadcasts

Motivating Your Child to Learn, Part 1

Does your son or daughter struggle with homework and seem bored with learning?

Read More
Dr. Dobson Minute

A Father is Essential

Every dad must remember that his influence is immeasurable.

Read More
Showing Slide 1 of 11