Our parents, or the people who raised us, mold our beliefs, teach us about rules to follow, show us how we should act and what roles we play.  For example, at a young age we are nice to people or we have to deal with consequences such as time-out or a call home can follow. Parents play an important role in how their children will treat others. According to Kids in the House, "Knowing information early can help prevent so many of the self-esteem damaging experiences that LGBTQ and Trans individuals face.”