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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.

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Newlyweds And Money

Label your credit cards: Handle with care! Staying out of debt is a great way to preserve a marriage.

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The Power of Affirmation

Remember the power of affirming your child. Catch him or her in the act of doing something right today and offer your praise!

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Colleges in Chaos: The Consequences of Abandoning Truth, Part 1

What happens when a student claims to be offended by a sermon on love? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dr. Everett Piper, the former president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University, who experienced this exact situation.

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Compensating For Handicaps

Remember that today's problems just may become the inspiration for tomorrow's greatness!

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Dating Your Mate

Has your relationship hit the doldrums? Intentionally bring romance back and revitalize your marriage!

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Book Learning Vs. Community Support

Looking for fresh parenting advice? There is help in books, but also seek out a community of support.

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Cleaning House: Raising Responsible Kids

Is your home becoming a palace of entitlement? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and author Kay Wills Wyma discuss her eye-opening book entitled, Cleaning House. After realizing her five children expected to be served at every turn, Kay embarked on a 12-month experiment to teach them responsibility and a strong work ethic. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it.”

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The Hon. Michele Bachmann: America Stands with Israel AGAIN, Part 2

The Hon. Michele Bachmann about faith, freedom, and America’s crucial alliance with Israel.

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Hang in There, Parents!

The world of parenting is “come as you are; learn as you go; and keep your chin up!”

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A Child Understands Divorce

Dr. Dobson reads a poem that serves as a solemn reminder that children feel the pain of divorce as it’s happening in their homes.

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