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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

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Doing What’s Right

Dr. Dobson shares a story of honesty and integrity that is an example to us all.

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Help Your Children Set Only Intrinsic Goals

Establish goals for your kids that include pursuing their interests, developing skills, and contributing to causes they care about.

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Stay on the Sidewalks

Listen as Dr. Dobson shares valuable insight on the necessary use of boundaries.

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Child Care Dilemmas

Choosing the right child care option can be a challenge, but these guidelines will help.

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Dates with Dad

When your daughter goes on a date, does she know what to expect from a young man? Does your son know how to treat a lady? There's a simple way to be sure.

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Smoking and Children

Anti-smoking and vaping ads do help prevent or stop teens from engaging in these harmful habits, but their families are the most influential source in their decision.

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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

If you're pregnant or anticipate becoming pregnant, don't take chances with your baby's future.

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Letter From a Teenage Girl

Dr. Dobson reads a letter he received from a 14-year-old girl describing how her father announced he was divorcing her mother and leaving town, and how it impacted her.

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The Talking Scale

If your "batteries" are low, it's time for a change of pace -- at least for a day or two. Do something fun!

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No Two are Alike

Be wary of comparison -- especially when it comes to children. Each one is unique.

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