People with suicidal thoughts reveal signs that they are suffering—some obvious and some more subtle. While a person may not show every warning sign of suicidal ideations, suicide rarely comes out of thin air. Don’t let it be too late before you see the warning signs. Know what to look for, know when to get help.

Recognize these signs before it’s too late:

•. Talking about wanting to dieLooking for a way to kill themselves, such as searching online or suddenly buying a gun

•. Increasing use of alcohol or drugs

•. Acting anxious or agitated, behaving recklessly

•. Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live, feeling trapped or in unbearable pain, being a burden to others

•. Sleeping too little or too much

•. Withdrawing or isolating

•. Having extreme mood swings