Tragedy (event)

Generally, the label of "tragedy" is given to an event based on public perception.

[6] The range of coverage affects the number of people in whose eyes the event is viewed as tragic.

For example, if a large number of persons are killed in a terrorist attack, not only is life lost, but others may lose their sense of security, and this impacts the lives of others in other ways.

Tragedies often have effects that shape those affected, and are remembered even long after, as they clearly impact the future for those involved.

[9] A public tragedy often leads to measures being taken to prevent similar tragic events in the future.

[10] There are various ways tragedy can affect and influence people long after the event occurs.

Common feelings following a tragedy include sadness, depression, crying, blame, and guilt.