(WISH) — Suicide is one of the leading causes of death for young people in the United States.

For years, the focus has been on teens. However, doctors say a disturbing shift is emerging. Some children are experiencing suicidal thoughts far earlier than many parents ever imagined.

New research is identifying warning signs in kids as young as 5, 7 and 10. Experts say the findings are alarming, but they are also an opportunity for families to step in sooner and save lives.

Headlines about teens lost to suicide have become far too common. However, what’s shocking many parents is it’s not just teens.