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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

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Preparing Your Child For Adolescence

Don't miss the preparation time for kids at home. Be the coach they need to launch them into adulthood.

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When God Doesn’t Appear to Make Sense to Us, Part 1

When God doesn’t seem to answer and our suffering makes no sense, life’s most painful moments can shatter our faith.

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The Transfer of Power

Launching our kids toward independence means matching their pace of maturity and slowly letting go.

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Saying, “I’m Sorry”

Saying "I'm sorry" will teach your kids a valuable life lesson. Start today!

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Teaching Girls to Be Ladies

Good character and godly manners have the power to shape a nation.

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Adult Children of Divorce

Divorce impacts kids long after they are grown and gone. Today's Dobson Minute explains how.

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Children and Finances

Dr. Dobson advises parents to begin teaching children early to understand money...

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Don’t Label Your Kids

Dr. Dobson advises that you be careful of the words you use. Nicknames and labels may start as fun, but they inevitably stick!

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Defeating Dementia, Part 2

Did you know that your diet could be your best defense against Alzheimer’s disease?

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Pressures on Moms of Preschoolers

Daily frustrations are more manageable if you share them. Support your spouse with understanding.

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