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The battle to restore parental rights in the education of their own children is making news across America. Sadly, parents who want to protect their kids from inappropriate material are being resisted by “progressive” politicians, recalcitrant school boards and big media hostility.
With the explosion of technology, studies show that kids between the ages of 11 and 14 are the heaviest users of digital devices, spending over 9 hours a day on social media and the Internet. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses this sobering topic with the late Dr. Brenda Hunter and her daughter and co-author, Kristen Blair. Dr. Dobson asks them questions about their helpful book, From Santa to Sexting: Keeping Kids Safe, Strong, and Secure in Middle School. Learn how to recognize the warning signs before your child’s digital life becomes a problem.
I have seen this happen over and over again in my life and the lives of others. If we don't teach and train our children, the world will gladly do it for us. Given today’s culture, this should compel all Christian parents to a higher level of engagement when it comes to our youngest ones at home.
As homeschooling becomes increasingly popular and accessible to more families, there are some who would limit this fundamental freedom. The Home Schooling Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) and the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute believe that parents know what's best for their kids, and that homeschooling is indeed a great option for families to consider.
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his discussion with best-selling author and psychologist, the late Dr. Arch Hart. The two mental health experts break down the crisis in America known as childhood stress and anxiety. Moms and dads must recognize the warning signs of stress in their children as soon as possible, and teach them how to make time for rest and recovery. Dr. Hart explains how trauma, hostility, overstimulation, and drastic change can intensify a child's stress level. Discover how the stability we create by slowing down the pace of life can benefit the whole family.
Remember when you were a child and life was carefree? Sadly, today’s fast-paced and confusing culture has caused many children to experience inordinate amounts of stress. In this day and age, the world can heap so much anxiety and tension on a child that it can feel overwhelming. Learn about your son or daughter’s vulnerability to likely stress factors, from social media, to peer pressure, and even from their own parents. On this classic Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson talks about childhood stress with renowned author and psychologist, the late Dr. Arch Hart. They examine the pressure on our kids and identify the various physical, emotional, and mental indicators of anxiety. Discover how setting up certain boundaries for your child can greatly decrease everyday stressors for him or her, as well as for yourself.
When you teach your children about the Bible when they’re young, it makes a vast difference in how you parent them as they become teens and young adults. Since they’re already familiar with God’s Word, it’s not always necessary to quote Scripture when they sin or just make simple mistakes. In this video, Ron and Trina Alleyne explain how you can gently remind your older kids of what they already know to be true. The Alleynes use examples from their own family to demonstrate.
When a child is heading in the wrong direction, it’s easy for Mom and Dad to feel lost and alone, not knowing how to deal with the crisis. In this video, Ron and Trina Alleyne provide insight on what to do, and explain that all parents have access to helpful resources.
Parents often feel a need to “fix” their kids. It’s easy to focus solely on correcting attitude and behavioral problems. In this new video, Ron and Trina Alleyne explain that parents need to place their emphasis on something completely different. Watch now to find out what it is.
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Jonathan Evans about the legacy given to him by his parents, Dr. Tony and Lois Evans, and how that was the basis for his new book, Stories from the Storyteller: Lessons from the Parables of Jesus. Psalm 128:1-2 says, “Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in His ways. You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you.” Listen to Jonathan’s vision and how the most important thing a parent can do is to teach the legacy of Jesus Christ to his or her children.
