It is common for people with mental health problems not to seek help because they are embarrassed or don't know who to turn to for help. Recognizing when someone may need help is important, and there are a number of signs that suggest psychiatric evaluation is necessary.   Having moments of sadness, anger, or irritability is a normal part of life for everyone.   An indication that a psychiatrist may be able to help someone is when they have excessive emotions that they are unable to control or manage. It is possible to prevent triggering situations by learning how to effectively manage emotions.   A person's sleep quality can reveal a lot about his or her mental health. Sleeping problems are common among people with mental health problems. There may be difficulties falling asleep, waking up too early, or waking up frequently during the night. Additionally, they tend to spend less time in deep stages of sleep, which makes it harder for them to get restorative sleep. In addition to making it harder to cope with mental illness symptoms, sleep deprivation also causes mental illness symptoms to worsen.   To cope with mental health issues, people may turn to alcohol or other drugs. If someone needs drugs or alcohol on a regular basis to help them relax or deal with stress, it is a red flag.   Adolescents who are suddenly struggling academically or missing class frequently may need psychiatric testing. Adults may also experience difficulties concentrating on work tasks or missing deadlines. Someone suffering from mental health problems may also withdraw from social situations.