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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

Dr. Dobson Minute

Childhood Entrepreneurs

Odd jobs can give kids a taste for how satisfying work can be and help them succeed as adults.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Writing To Your Member Of Congress

Your opinion matters! Today's commentary provides tips for making yourself heard.

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Broadcasts

Luis Palau Tribute: A Biblical Look at the Family, Part 2

Discover timeless wisdom concerning marriage struggles, finding fulfillment in Christ alone, and raising children in the Christian faith in a secular world.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Emergency Room Lessons

Save a trip to the emergency room (and maybe your child's life!) with these home basics...

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Blogs

Admit When You’re Wrong

It is very difficult for parents to ask their children for forgiveness. They feel that it somehow damages their authority to admit they have done wrong and promise to do better next time.

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The Power of Forgiveness Day 3: I Choose to Forgive

C S. Lewis pointed out that “forgiving does not mean excusing . . . if that were so, there would be nothing to forgive.”

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The Power of Forgiveness Day 1: Finding the Strength to Forgive

Forgiveness is never easy, but it’s the vital first step toward healing.

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The Power of Forgiveness Day 2: The Cost of Bitterness

Just as we must act on Scripture’s instruction to forgive, we should also consider the great cost of failing to do so.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Crossing The Barbed Wire Fence

When you're upset, don't bottle it up! Journal, pray, process, and come back together with compassion.

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Broadcasts

Luis Palau Tribute: A Biblical Look at the Family, Part 1

Dr. James Dobson shares a timeless conversation with the late evangelist Luis Palau about men stepping up as spiritual leaders.

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