A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of somatic symptoms disorder. The nurse should identify that the client must have been experiencing manifestations of the disorder for how long before diagnosis?

C. Schizotypal personality disorder is characterized by eccentric behavior, odd beliefs or magical thinking, unusual perceptual experiences, and social and interpersonal deficits. Individuals with this disorder may exhibit peculiar or paranoid beliefs, such as believing they have special powers or abilities like mind-reading, as described in the scenario.

A. Antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for and violation of the rights of others. Individuals with this disorder may engage in behaviors such as deceitfulness, impulsivity, aggression, and lack of remorse.

B. Paranoid personality disorder is characterized by a pervasive distrust and suspicion of others, leading to interpersonal difficulties and a heightened sense of threat or persecution.

D. Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to negative evaluation, leading to avoidance of social interactions and situations.

C. Stalking involves persistent and unwanted attention or behavior directed towards a specific individual, causing fear, distress, or concern for their safety. Stalking behaviors may include following the victim, surveillance, unwanted communication (such as letters, emails, or messages), vandalism, or leaving gifts or items at the victim's location

A. Bullying involves aggressive behavior or intentional harm directed toward another person, typically in a repeated or habitual manner.

B. Abandonment refers to the act of deserting or leaving someone or something behind, often without adequate support or care.

D. Assault involves the intentional infliction of physical harm or injury on another person, or the threat of such harm, causing fear or apprehension of imminent harm.