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Kildare Pyschologist Says Some Parents Adopt "Not My Child" Reaction To Claims Of Bullying.

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Oireachtas Education Committee told today of a "notable" rise in serious bullying among children.

A Kildare based psychotherapist says some parents can adopt a "not my child" reaction to reports of bullying.

The Oireachtas Education Committee, on which sits Kildare Senator, Fiona O'Loughlin,  was told today that there has been a "notable" rise in serious bullying among children.


Colman Noctor, of Naas Counselling & Psychotherapy, says parents must be involved in addressing the issue.

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