Parents are the first teachers for their children. A parent should teach a child basic life skills like communication, trust and respect. Norma Bates from Bates Motel does teach her son, Norman Bates, some skills, but they aren’t normal life skills. Most parents would allow their children to experience the world and learn to have relationships with other people. However, Norma Bates shelters Norman from the outside world. Norma Bates from Bates Motel does not create a healthy mother/son relationship with her son, Norman. One step to building a healthy mother/ son relationship is to teach him important life skills. Most mothers would teach their son to call the police if they’re ever in trouble and need help. Norma Bates does not follow through