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The Dr. Dobson Minute

By God’s perfect design for nearly 50 years, Dr. James Dobson has been the leading clinical voice for the celebration and preservation of the family.

To reach the next generation, the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute is remastering Dr. Dobson’s biblically-based “transforming truths” into 60-second audio messages. The new Dr. Dobson Minute will provide young families with practical insights that will strengthen marriages and help build better parenting skills.

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The Latest Dr. Dobson Minutes

Dr. Dobson Minute

Disciplining a One Year Old

Have you wondered how to correctly discipline a one-year-old child? Dr. Dobson shares his personal experience and provides some helpful advice on disciplining very young children.

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Are You Struggling With Guilt?

Before you yield to the tyranny of self-blame, ask yourself if the charges against you are valid or invalid.

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Boys Town

Dr. Dobson shares about Boys Town, which began as a simple act of compassion by one man during WWI. This ministry is still in existence today.

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Children of Divorced Parents

Dr. Dobson reveals study results on children of divorce and the consequences that carry through to adulthood.

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Transient “Athletic Immortality”

Athletic sports can be fun and exhilarating, but games don't always end the way we would like them to!

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The Principle of the Fly Swatter

Dr. Dobson uses an illustration to explain how flirting with danger can end in tragedy.

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Pornography on the Internet

Parents, it is crucial to monitor what your kids are watching on their devices. Protect them from pornography!

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The Collapse of Our Criminal Justice System

A society that can’t protect its people from murder is on the edge of chaos. 

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The Inborn Tendency to Rebel

Parents, don’t be so quick to blame yourselves when your teens act defiant. It may be their natural tendency.

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More Thoughts on Studies About Twins and Inherited Traits

Inherited personality traits and behaviors can be overcome by rational thought and independent action.

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