How do you know if sad?

Some physical symptoms of sadness include:

- Tearing up or crying

- Loss of appetite or changes in eating habits

- Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping

- Headaches, stomachaches, or other physical pain

- Feeling tired or having low energy levels

- Feeling like you can't concentrate

- Feeling restless, or conversely, feeling unable to move

- Feeling like being out of body

- Avoidance of social situations

Some psychological symptoms of sadness include:

- Feeling irritable, moody, or down

- Feeling hopeless, worthless, or guilty

- Feeling empty, numb, or like you're not there

- Losing interest in activities you used to enjoy

- Feeling like you can't cope with life

- Having thoughts of death or suicide

If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, it's important to talk to a mental health professional. Sadness can be a sign of depression or another mental health condition that requires treatment.