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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

Blogs

Understanding Your Child’s Behavior Before Disciplining

You have described the nature of willfully defiant behavior and how parents should handle it. But does all unpleasant behavior result from rebellion and disobedience?

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Enjoying Spare Time

Caught up in reaching your goals? Dr. Dobson reminds us not to miss life along the way.

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Trials Are Nothing New

If you have begun to slide into despair, it is extremely important to take a new look at Scripture and recognize that you are not unique in the trials you face. All of the biblical writers, including

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Who’s to Blame for the Breakdown in Education?

Dr. Dobson describes the challenges facing public school teachers today and how we can support them.

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What is a Girl Worth, Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Rachael Denhollander about her ongoing mission to protect survivors of abuse.

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What is a Girl Worth, Part 1

Did you know sexual abuse has longer-lasting mental health effects than any other crime, with PTSD rates second only to combat veterans?

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Premarital Counseling II

Premarital counseling is a great wedding gift. Invest in it and build a foundation for the rest of your lives!

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Dealing With A Shy Child

Shyness is nothing to be shy about. Some children are simply born that way.

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Words of Kindness, Sources of Healing

The words we speak can either build up or tear down the people we love. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a timeless message from the late Florence Littauer about the incredible power of encouragement.

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Navigating Your Teen’s Emotional Storms – Part 2

Mental health issues are hitting teenagers harder than ever. In fact, statistics show that one in every five teens has considered suicide. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with counselor Sharon Hersh to tackle the emotional storms that parents of teen girls face. They discuss practical strategies for dealing with eating disorders, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.

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