This document presents a guide for parents to help them understand and effectively parent their adolescent children. Section I focuses on Parent Haven, a weekly parent support group run by parents, volunteers, and staff of the Family Enhancement Program in Madison, Wisconsin, which provides on-the-job training and support for parents of preteens and teenagers. Areas discussed include a description of Parent Haven, an explanation of why parents attend Parent Haven, tools, guidelines, action steps, and the parent support network. Section II provides information for parents about the adolescent issues of truancy; runaways; self-esteem; sexuality; alcohol and drugs; rules, laws, and disobedience; emotional health; and child abuse/family violence. Section III provides information for parents about legal matters, including child abuse and juvenile court issues. Section IV contains information about out-of-home placement of children. Included in this section is a description of types of out-of-home placements and a discussion of a parent's rights and responsibilities when a child is placed outside the home. Section V, the final section, focuses on finding professional help and community resources. Suggestions are given for looking for counseling or therapy and a list of free resources for help with preteens and teenagers is included. (NB)