A woman gave birth to a healthy newborn 1 month ago. The patient now reports she cannot cope and is unable to sleep or eat. She says, "I feel like a failure. This baby is the root of my problems." The priority nursing diagnosis is:

A) insomnia.
B) ineffective coping.
C) situational low self-esteem.
D) risk for other-directed violence.

Situational Low Self-Esteem

A temporary drop in confidence and self-worth tied to specific circumstances or events, contrasted with chronic low self-esteem.

Ineffective Coping

A response mechanism to stress or trauma that fails to alleviate distress or resolve the underlying problem.

Insomnia

A sleep disorder where an individual has difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiences non-restorative sleep.