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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

Motivating Your Child to Learn, Part 1

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

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A Father is Essential

Every dad must remember that his influence is immeasurable.

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More Funny Signs – Part 2

Humor is, after all, the ballast that provides stability in the turbulent sea.

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Humorous Signs – Part 1

Sometimes a little humor can help us cope with life’s pressures.

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A Dobson Thanksgiving Tradition

Dr. Dobson describes a spiritual tradition that he and his family enjoy doing every Thanksgiving to express gratitude to God.

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A Mom Going to School With Her Child?

What if parents were more creative in their forms of punishment? It could work better than you imagine!

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Blogs

What Do Your Kids See in Your Marriage?

Daniel and Debbie fell deeply in love and married eight years ago. About five years later, however, they found themselves drifting apart. Their hectic schedules and the responsibilities of raising a family had stolen the joy from their relationship. Equally disturbing was the fact that their two young children were becoming increasingly irritable and anxious.

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My Lesson in Accountability

Listen to find out how Dr. Dobson's mother taught him the valuable lesson of honesty.

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Resentment: Cancer of the Emotions

Are biblical prophecies unfolding before our eyes?

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A Message To Families

While you're climbing the ladder of success, don't forget your own family along the way.

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