Make sure each rule is reasonable, clear and enforceable. 
If one of those  characteristics is missing, the potential for conflict will
be increased.

 Recognize the difference between giving advice and listening.
Sometimes because parents want to be helpful to our young people,
we get the two confused. Our kids call it “lecturing” or “nagging” and tune us out.  Ask, “May I make a suggestion about that?” If the answer is “yes” you’ll really have their attention

Avoid, or at the very least recognize, double standards.
Adolescents are very sensitive to fairness. When you have to make
a rule that involves double standards recognize it and talk to your child
about it.

If you can say to your teenager, “That’s your decision”, be prepared to mean exactly that.  Don’t be disappointed or angry
if it isn’t the decision you would have made.

Accept your teenager’s need for distance from the family.
That’s part of healthy development.  Teens are more outspoken and independent as they strive for independence.  It’s Okay! 
You’re not losing your son or daughter.

Try not to take “I don’t care” or “I don’t know” as back talk.
These are common responses among teenagers. They usually indicate feelings, pressure, or attack.  Help make your child feel safe and
continue to encourage them to share their thoughts and feelings.  Someday they will again.

Talk to other parents of teens for advice and support.
Remember to take care of yourself, continue to tell your children you
love them, and fill your growing free time with activities you enjoy.
Begin to take some of your focus off your child and redirect it.