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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

Teaching Independence Slowly but Surely

One step at a time, let your kids test the waters of independence while they’re young, so they'll have wisdom when they're grown.

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Saying Good-bye is Hard to Do

Dr. Dobson talks about how hard it can be for single parents to let their children visit their ex-spouse.. and offers one way to deal with it.

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On the Launching Pad

Some young adults mature naturally while others fail to find their own path. Parents, learn how to help.

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Marital Bliss

There's more to true intimacy than avoiding divorce. Find out how you can achieve it with your spouse.

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The Walleyed Pike

A learning disability can mean failure for kids if you don't reach them before discouragement sets in.

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Legend of the Tajmahal

Be careful not to sacrifice purpose and relationship for the grandeur of a "dream castle."

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The Battleship and the Lighthouse

Power and influence won't always protect you from a fall. Pay attention to the warning signs.

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Wounded Spirits

Children can be cruel to other children. Parents need to protect their children from bullies.

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The Foundation of Society

True or False? Strong families represent the foundation for a stable and well-ordered society. It's true!

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Adolescent Parenting

Pray and “just get them through it” is advice to live by when parenting through the turbulent teen years.

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