<prompt> Human: Sorry if this has been asked before! Ive seen a lot of people here in this situation, and it occurred to me that this is a very real danger for me. Ive read through many informative posts on how to deal with it happening, but I havent been able to find much on preventing it, especially not for someone in my somewhat unusual position.Some facts I feel may be relevant: Im a minor living in Texas. I hesitate to give my exact age, but 18 is still a few years away. I dont live with my parents, and I dont have a good relationship with them. Im living with my uncle. There was no legal change in guardianship or any official involvement. I hate to leave this part so bare, but I dont have the foggiest as to what I can do. I guess these are my biggest questions:1. Can they do any damage before I turn 18? I would assume not, but itd really suck to be wrong.2. Is it even realistic to fully protect ones identity from her parents? They have all my info, of course, including my SSN.3. What steps can I take, keeping in mind that Id prefer to avoid confrontation, at least until I get closer to 18?  <response>: Another idea -- whenever you set up any sort of security questions -- dont use the real answers. This is good advice for anyone, but obviously, your mom is going to know mothers maiden name or First pet.Decide what your fake answers are and stick with them. 