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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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Nurturing a Child’s Prayer Life – Part 2

Parents have the great privilege to be a spiritual guide to their children and an active participant in their relationship with God. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his spirit-filled discussion with Dr. Jerry Kirk, Candy Marballi, and Rick Schatz. They discuss the Children’s Prayer Card they developed, as well as the children’s book entitled, The Power of the Prayer Covenant, which has been translated into many languages and is being distributed in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

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Is It Possible To Love A Child Too Much?

Hovering like a "helicopter parent" creates anxiety. Instead, launch your child, and they will learn to fly.

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Nurturing a Child’s Prayer Life – Part 1

In the words of Dr. Jerry Kirk, founder of the Prayer Covenant, “There is no holding back what God can do in and through you if you daily commit to making Him Lord of your life.” On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with Dr. Kirk, and his colleagues, Candy Marballi and Rick Schatz, about some of the amazing things the Lord has done through each of them after committing their lives to Him. Matthew 18:14 says, “In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish.” Be enlightened as you hear the special meaning that this verse holds for Jerry, and how he learned that no child is too young to learn to pray!

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Pettiness in Marriage

Being stingy with your time or your money is no way to build a strong connection with your family.

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The Flipside of Feminism – Part 2

The purported goal of 1960s-style feminism was to "free" women from their oppressive lifestyles. The late conservative leader, Phyllis Schlafly, and author Suzanne Venker explain why that notion was misleading from the start. Today on Family Talk, they conclude their discussion with Dr. James Dobson, shining a light on the true intentions of this movement, which is rooted in a disdain for traditional biblical values and the pro-family movement.

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The Game of Life

Don't get caught up in the "more, more, more!" mindset of modern society. Money is temporary.

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The Flipside of Feminism – Part 1

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with the late Phyllis Schlafly, who was a renowned leader in the conservative movement in America, and her niece, Suzanne Venker, about their book entitled, The Flipside of Feminism: What Conservative Women Know – and Men Can’t Say. They discuss the fallout our society has faced since the feminist movement of the 1960s and 70s, and how it has continued to deconstruct the family unit today. Romans 1:18 says, “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.” Be encouraged to stand firm on biblical principles and speak up for family values.

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Molder of Romantic Dreams

Raise your daughter with love and respect. When she's older, that's what she will look for in a husband.

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Intimacy in Marriage

Dr. Dobson encourages couples to avoid drifting apart by agreeing to the hard work of "rowing" together.

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When a Child Says “I Hate You”

When a child says "I hate you" let them cool off but don't ignore it. Show them how to handle emotions.

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