This article was co-authored by Lauren Urban, LCSW. Lauren Urban is a licensed psychotherapist in Brooklyn, New York, with over 13 years of therapy experience working with children, families, couples, and individuals. She received her Masters in Social Work from Hunter College in 2006, and specializes in working with the LGBTQIA community and with clients in recovery or considering recovery for drug and alcohol use.
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Sadness is a completely natural and healthy emotion. Still, it can be unsettling to watch someone you love, especially a parent, feel sadness. If you aren’t completely sure your parent is sad, watch for signs. Then, do your best to help them cope with their sadness. However, sadness may look very much like depression. So, it may also be a good idea to keep an eye on your parent over time to make sure their mood and functioning doesn’t get worse.
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