Dr. James Dobson is the author of over 50 books, exploring themes of family values and child-rearing. Drawing on his extensive background as a licensed psychologist and educator, his work offers readers practical guidance and insightful perspectives on family dynamics. Dobson delves into topics such as discipline, raising boys and girls, and navigating life's challenges with faith. His approach, informed by years of clinical practice and public engagement, has made him a significant voice in family counseling and resources.
"Today's most advanced neural networks and sophisticated image-analysis methods come from 1950s and '60s Cold War culture-and many biases and ways of understanding the world from that era persist along with them. The Birth of Computer Vision uncovers these histories and finds connections between the algorithms, people, and politics at the core of automating perception today"--
The "You Can Do It" guide for hassled parents from America's best-loved family advocate
An immensely practical book for those who are struggling with trials and heartaches they can't understand. Why does disease, divorce, rejection, death, or sorrow seep into our lives when we are trying to serve the Lord? It just doesn't seem fair!
America's family advocate, Dr. James Dobson, often teaches about the "critical decade"-those between the ages of 16 and 26 who are making major life decisions. Offers insight and advice for a generation searching for significance. Dobson addresses topics such as emotions and love, money, compatibility, God's will, and the ironies of life. These books provide invaluable, practical advice for teaching youth that the right decisions during this critical decade can be the grand beginning to a life that will never end.
The challenge of sustaining an intimate, faith-based marriage in today's "hurry-up" society has never been greater. Now Night Light, the inspired, first-ever couples' devotional from Focus on the Family ministry founder Dr. James Dobson and his wife, Shirley, brings spouses together each evening, helping them stay connected with each other and their Lord. Stories that strike an emotional chord, Scripture readings, provocative questions, prayers, and personal commentary from the Dobsons encourage men and women in their homes and spiritual lives. More than just another devotional, Night Light is a practical, uplifting guide for every couple who longs to experience the joyous, intimate, "three-person" marriage covenant God intended. Whether you're just married or are celebrating your golden anniversary, you need regular, quiet moments with your mate - times to renew love and intimacy between each other and with the Lord. "Night Light, "by Dr. James Dobson and his wife, Shirley, will help you do just that. This daily devotional offers the personal, practical, and biblical insights that have sustained the Dobsons' marriage for forty years and encouraged couples and families around the world. Let "Night Light" enrich your marriage, too -tonight and every night.
2005 Gold Medallion Award finalist! Dr. James Dobson has completely rewritten, updated, and expanded his classic best seller The Strong-Willed Child for a new generation of parents and teachers. The New Strong-Willed Child follows on the heels of Dr. Dobson's phenomenal best seller Bringing Up Boys. It offers practical how-to advice on raising difficult-to-handle children and incorporates the latest research with Dr. Dobson's legendary wit and wisdom. The New Strong-Willed Child is being rushed to press for parents needing help dealing with sibling rivalry, adhd, low self-esteem, and other important issues. This book is a must-read for parents and teachers struggling to raise and teach children who are convinced they should be able to live by their own rules!
The bestselling Gold Medallion winner has brought hope and healing to millions, offering powerful biblical insights for lasting marital harmony. This classic resource is ideal for couples seeking to strengthen their relationship. Marriage is the most fulfilling human connection, characterized by unconditional love and commitment through life's ups and downs. Nurturing each other is the most valuable investment a couple can make. Many testify that applying biblical principles is the key to preserving marriage. This updated edition shares wisdom from a leading family advocate, ensuring success for your marriage throughout your lives together. In America, half of marriages end in conflict or divorce, and only a small percentage achieve true intimacy. This book empowers readers to avoid being passive victims in their relationships, guiding them to build stable, satisfying, and intimate connections that can weather life's challenges. Drawing on insights from successfully married couples and respected experts, along with principles from the Creator of families, this resource is designed to help couples thrive. With a little wise counsel and a strong desire to succeed, couples can create a lasting partnership.
Why are boundaries so important? Do children really want limits set on their behavior? Is it okay to spank my child, or will it lead him to hit others and become a violent person? Join the millions of caring parents who have found much-needed answers to their questions in the wisdom of parenting expert and family counselor Dr. James Dobson. "The New Dare to Discipline" is a revised and updated edition of the classic bestseller, designed to help you lead your children through the tough job of growing up. This practical, reassuring guide will teach you how to meet your children’s needs of love, trust, affection—and discipline.
Looks at the emotional needs and aspirations of women which husbands often fail to understand and appreciate, and offers helpful suggestions for resolving the problem.
Renowned parenting authority and trusted family counselor Dr. Dobson will help parents face the challenges of raising daughters to become strong, healthy, and confident women who excel in life.
"Bringing Up Boys" by Dr. James Dobson, a 2002 Gold Medallion Award winner, provides sensible advice and encouragement for raising boys amidst societal confusion about masculinity. Addressing the challenges parents and teachers face, it offers guidance rooted in biblical principles to help shape boys' character.
The book addresses the pivotal challenges young adults encounter between the ages of 16 and 26, focusing on identity, education, marriage, career, and spiritual guidance. It emphasizes the importance of making informed choices during this transformative decade and offers insights to help navigate these critical decisions effectively.
From Pre-Birth Through The Teen Years
An extensive child-care volume with full-color illustrations, photos, and foreword by Dr. James Dobson. Developed and approved by the Physicians Resource Council, this volume covers everything from preparing for parenthood to your child's adolescent years. It also addresses special topics such as child abuse, discipline, and caregivers. A thorough medical reference section includes information on orthopedics, emergency care, and first aid. From a source they can trust, parents will find sound advice and peace of mind throughout the development of their children. "I'm particularly excited to be able to introduce you to this wonderful new offering. This book is chocked full of practical, specific guidance on every aspect of the child-rearing process. This well-researched volume offers detailed advice from more than 50 of the country's most highly respected physicians and medical authorities. Some have appeared as guests on the Focus on the Family broadcast, and all are members of Focus' prestigious Physicians Resource Council." --From the foreword by Dr. James Dobson.
Offers a Christian perspective on the role of men as husbands and fathers, and suggests how to balance the demands of family and work
America's family advocate, Dr. James Dobson, often teaches about the "critical decade"-those between the ages of 16 and 26 who are making major life decisions. Adapted from his best-selling book, Life on the Edge, these seven pocket-sized booklets offer insight and advice for a generation searching for significance. Dobson addresses topics such as emotions and love, money, compatibility, God's will, and the ironies of life. These booklets provide invaluable, practical advice for teaching youth that the right decisions during this critical decade can be the grand beginning to a life that will never end.
Este libro trata sin rodeos con al pregunta mas inquietante de la vida: el temible "?Por que?" Con la capacidad extraida de su larga experiencia en sicologia cristiana y asesoramiento familiar, el doctor Dobson trae esperanza a aquellos que estan a punto de rendirse. "Cuando lo que Dios hace no tiene sentido" ayuda tambien a los creyentes a evitar "la barrera de la traicion", la sensacion de que Dios los ha abandonado en medio de las tempestades de la vida.
Desde el nacimiento hasta la adolescencia - Nueva edición
En esta nueva edición, el Dr. Dobson ofrece consejos prácticos sobre cómo criar a un niño de voluntad fuerte, basándose en investigaciones actualizadas y años de experiencia asesorando a familias.
Der Bestseller von James Dobson, ausgezeichnet als Buch des Jahres 1994, behandelt die komplexe Frage "Warum lässt Gott das zu?" auf kompetente und bibelorientierte Weise, ohne einfache Antworten zu geben. Über 600.000 Exemplare wurden im ersten Jahr verkauft.
Jak reagovat na vzdor dítěte? Ustoupit, nebo vydržet? Zlomit ho? Pokud rodič odmítne reagovat na výzvu v podobě neposlušnosti, před kterou jej dítě postavilo, v jejich vzájemném vztahu se něco změní. Dítě přestane vůči své matce či otci pociťovat respekt, protože tento rodič není hoden jeho úcty. Základním paradoxem dětství je to, že chlapci i dívky touží, aby je rodiče vedli, ale vyžadují, aby si jejich matky a otcové toto právo zasloužili svým jednáním.
Kniha přináší alternativní řešení pro ty, jejichž manželství se ocitlo v krizi. Pomáhá pochopit příčiny vzniku partnerských konfliktů, do kterých se manželé mohou dostat; hledá přiměřené kroky při řešení krize a navrhuje způsoby jakými lze netečného partnera přitáhnout zpět k jeho závazkům.
Kniha chce pomoci mladé generaci překlenout tzv. kritické desetiletí, propast mezi dospíváním a dospělostí. Podává v ní rady jak se vyhnout nejrůznějším nástrahám, jako je ztráta sebedůvěry, odmítnutí od vrstevníků, láska k penězům, touha po moci, pornografie, pohlavní choroby. V dalších kapitolách hledá odpovědi na otázku, jak najít celoživotního partnera, vytvořit s ním skutečnou intimitu a uchránit se před zklamáním a rozvodem, co je podstatou opravdové lásky, jak vycházet s rodiči, jaké místo mají v lidském životě emoce, jakou si vybrat vysokou školu, jak se vyrovnat se životními tragédiemi, jak hledat odpovědi na věčné otázky.
Dnešní svět uznává pouze dvě hodnoty - krásu a inteligenci. Jak pomoci dítěti uprostřed tohoto světa žít jako hodnotný člověk i přes jeho přirozené nedostatky? Můžeme dítě uchránit před komplexy méněcennosti?
Autor formou otázek a odpovědí radí,jak zvládat některé problémy týkající se výchovy dětí a rodinných vztahů.
V knize se autor pokouší o odbornou aplikaci evangelia i v tak choulostivé oblasti, jako je sexualita. Cílem je formulovat filozofii židovsko-křesťanské tradice týkající se rodinného života v jeho různých formách.
Máte dcéru? Možno sa pýtate, čo robiť, ak je vaša dcéra iná, než ste si predstavovali. Jej emocionálne výkyvy, túžba po priateľstve a vzťah s otcom sú len niektoré z otázok, ktoré vás môžu trápiť. Ako ovplyvňuje jej vývoj a rozhodovanie vzťah s rodičmi? Môže vám pomôcť kresťanská viera pri výchove? Aký je biblický pohľad na výchovu dievčat v súčasnosti? Dnešné dievčatá čelí mnohým výzvam, ako sú tlak rovesníkov, poruchy príjmu potravy, otázky vzťahov, lásky a sexu, ako aj školské a životné ciele. Ako rodičia, vediete svoju dcéru na jej ceste od dievčatka k žene? Učíte ju robiť správne rozhodnutia? Bez ohľadu na to, či sa ešte hrá alebo prežíva bláznivé tínedžerské roky, je dôležité, aby vedela, že je vašou milovanou dcérou. Dr. James C. Dobson, renomovaný kresťanský psychológ a zakladateľ Focus on the Family, sa zaoberá týmito otázkami. S bohatými skúsenosťami v pediatrii a poradenstve, vrátane práce s americkými prezidentmi, ponúka cenné rady pre rodičov, ktorí chcú porozumieť a podporiť svoje dcéry v náročnom období ich života.
Tato kniha se naprosto výjimečným způsobem věnuje citlivým tématům, která se týkají života mužů, a tomu, jak se muži se svými problémy vyrovnávají. Naleznete zde odpovědi na otázky, které si čas od času klade každý muž.
Jak používat hlavu v záležitostech srdce / Romantická láska je mocná emoce, která vás může vyvést z míry natolik, že uděláte impulzivní rozhodnutí, jež vás může později vést do hlubokého zklamání. Proto Dr. James Dobson nabízí tuto citlivou a zároveň praktickou příručku, která vám ukáže, jak máte svoji hlavu používat v záležitostech srdce. Jednoduchým a přímým způsobem v ní Dr. Dobson objasňuje běžná neporozumění pojmu romantické lásky a odpovídá na nesnadné otázky, které se lásky týkají.
