The difference between sad and deppresed?

Question

where do we start to cross that line
from sad
to deppresed
im not entierly sure
i do the ocational pil
a drink every couple of days and to get a buzz so the hard day will fade away
but does this mean im depressed
and please dont tell me to just go see a terapist
its hard for me to tell a stranger about what i feel
and theres not way I can afford one

Answer 1

Sad means expressive of sorrow or unhappiness. Sad can also mean pathetic. Sad is the opposite of glad. The true meaning of sad lies deep within the souls of human sadiccus.

Depressed means an area that is sunk below its surroundings; a hollow.

Answer 2

Feelings of sadness are usually related to an event or a loss and are transitory. In other words, you know why you are feeling sad and it doesn't last for months and months.
Depression usually lasts a long time or is chronic and occupies your every waking moment. Also, there are symptoms so you can diagnose depression, such as a loss of interest in things that you used to enjoy, or a change in your eating habits.
First check a web site that gives you information about depression to see if it fits how you feel. Second, there are people you can get counseling from who are connected with charities and will do it either for free or for a reduced amount. Third, check with your doctor because there are antidepressants now that really work.
I can't diagnose you over the Internet but there are sources you can check to see if you are really depressed or not. If you are depressed then you should get some kind of assistance because there there is no reason why you should spend your life feeling like it isn't worth living.

Answer 3

it may help for you to consider the info in the following online articles ...

Understanding Mood Disorders
- Tormented Minds
- Living With a Mood Disorder
- Hope for Sufferers
- How Others Can Help
http://watchtower.org/library/g/2004/1/8/article_01.htm *

We All Need Friends
- Satisfying Our Hunger for Friendship
- Good vs Bad Friends
http://www.watchtower.org/library/g/2004/12/8/article_01.htm *

Why So Many Lonely People?
- Coping With Loneliness
- When No One Will Ever Feel Lonely Again
- What You Can Do About Loneliness
http://www.watchtower.org/library/g/2004/6/8/article_01.htm *

The Drinking Trap---Are You at Risk? :
- Alcohol Misuse--A Social Catastrophe
- Alcohol Misuse and Health
- Breaking the Chains of Alcohol Abuse
http://www.watchtower.org/library/g/2005/10/8/article_01.htm *

What Is the Purpose of Life?
- How Can You Find It?
http://watchtower.org/e/pr/index.htm?article=article_01.htm

Do You Struggle With Your Feelings?
http://www.watchtower.org/e/20050801/article_01.htm

Hope---Where Can You Find It?
http://watchtower.org/e/20040422/article_01.htm

*These Web addresses may change soon.
After that, the Advanced Search at http://watchtower.org/search/search_e.htm
will find the new URLs.

Answer 4

In my opinion, depression is a consistent sadness that doesn't necessarily need any real foundation.

Is there something specific making you sad that you can try to overcome, or is it more of a general feeling that won't go away? The latter might be depression. I know people say this all the time, but try not to dwell on unhappy thoughts.

There's no good reason to let yourself stay sad. :)

Also, alcohol is a depressant, using it will only make depression worse. Try to avoid it.

Answer 5

Feeling sad is an emotion.Feeling depressed arises from the prolonged feeling of sadness.There is nothing wrong with drinking .Its only wrong when you cant stop and it takes over your functionality in life.Keep your head up.

Answer 6

Usually depression is when you feel you don't want to eat, you feel hatred, you are insecure, and overly sensitive. depression is usually caused by a dceased family member, they way your loved ones are treating you and people in general. Sadness is when you cry and feel bad, but not as serious as depression,which can lead to other illnesses, such as anorexia and anxiety.

Answer 7

First, if it is depression, a drink will only make it worse. Your doctor can give you a real short test to tell you if it is depression. If it is, they can help. Good luck!

Answer 8

sad is when you have a reason for it.a specific reason.depressed is when everything seems to be not going your way.i think you are depressed.its ok if you cannot go to a therapist.the best therapist is in and around you.be around people who you think will provide support to you during this phase and feel what you are feeling.do not repress it.

Answer 9

WELL FIRST OF ALL YOU DRINK SO THAT MAYBE ONE OF YOUR PROBLEMS. WHEN SOMEONE DRINKS OVER BOARD I THINK THAT IS THE FIRST SIGN OF DEPRESSION , THEY ARE TRYING TO GET AWAY FROM SOME PROBLEM.WHEN YOU ARE SAD TO THE POINT THAT IT WONT GO AWAY THAT IS DEPRESSION. IF YOU CANT AFFORD A THERAPIST YOU COULD GO TALK TO A MINISTER OR SOMEONE ELSE THAT BELIEVES IN JESUS CHRIST

Answer 10

Personal thought: its depression. talk to a friend about it. and the drinking isn't helping.