๐ Topic Summary
Sadness is a normal human emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. It's usually triggered by a specific event or situation, like a disappointment or loss, and it tends to be temporary. Depression, on the other hand, is a more serious mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities. It can significantly impact daily life and requires professional help.
This checklist is designed to help you understand the differences between sadness and depression. It is not a diagnostic tool, but it can be a helpful starting point for self-reflection and conversations with trusted adults.
๐ง Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Persistent |
A. A period of sadness or unhappiness |
| 2. Episode |
B. Continuing firmly or obstinately |
| 3. Hopelessness |
C. The feeling of despair and lack of optimism |
| 4. Trigger |
D. Something that initiates a feeling, memory or behaviour |
| 5. Anhedonia |
E. Inability to feel pleasure |
๐ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the word bank: Sadness, Depression, Feelings, Temporary, Professional.
__________ is a normal human emotion that is usually __________. __________ is a mental health condition that involves persistent negative __________. If symptoms are severe or long-lasting, seek __________ help.
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to understand the difference between sadness and depression?