Here are some new links that offer parents insight into their teen:
http://thoughtcatalog.com/2011/5-things-teenagers-hate/
And here are some links with suggestions for connecting with your teen:
http://www.suite101.com/content/teenagers–how-to-help-your-withdrawn-teen-a334928
http://lovesexmarriage101.com/blog/family/techniques-to-use-for-parenting-your-teenagers-3609.php
http://fiveoclocknews.net/parenting/3-powerful-suggestions-for-parenting-teenagers
http://www.onenewsnow.com/Perspectives/Default.aspx?id=1387442