Have you ever encountered the comments like, "you should be strong in life, why are you sad all the time as if you lost something"? The book "Not Just Sadness; the silence needs to be heard" was born out of hearing a lot of such comments. Depression isn't just sadness, but is a battle that affects people from all walks of life. Yet, despite its prevalence, depression remains covered in stigma and misunderstanding. This book "Not Just Sadness; the silence needs to be heard" offers an easy understanding of the complexities of depression, from its causes to its myriad manifestations. It also gives insights into practical strategies for offering support, for nurturing the bonds that tie families together even when faced with the most formidable of challenges. Through this book, the author voices out that together, we can break the stigma and can make a difference to create a mentally healthy world.