Bullying is something which no parent wants to hear their child is experiencing.
However, as the school year begins in earnest, young people are navigating the nuances of social circles and new environments.
For many households, this may mean tears at the end of the school day as bullying becomes a cause of distress.
For those young people, this may result in eventual school refusal.
Amanda Fox from Autastic.ie has some solid advice for parents and young people on how to recognise a bully, and how to become more assertive.
Listen back to previous segments with Amanda on The Big Breakfast Blaa.