Knowing the difference between sadness and depression is important for improving wellbeing. Depression can also look like...

- A short temper
- Fake happiness
- Substance abuse
- Feelings of unworthiness
- Extreme guilt
- Overworking & overthinking

Sadness is a normal human emotion that every single person will experience at stressful or somber times and usually passes with time. If it does not pass, or if the person becomes unable to resume normal function, this could be a sign of depression.

Depression is a mental disorder that has an overpowering effect on many parts of a person's life. Sadness is just one element of depression. Don't suffer in silence.