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Old 04-13-2007, 01:18 PM
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Medical Concern

What is the name of your state? Virginia
I am interested in joining the military (air force) as an officer since i have a BS in criminal justice and i am also fluent in Arabic. My concern is that I've been on antidepressants for the past 5 years for depression. However, I have recently dscontinued using them and my doctor is willing to write a letter in support of my abilities to serve in the military. I believe I am qualified and am eager to begin a military career, but am want to gather all the facts before I make a decision. I appreciate any suggestions or advise you might offer.
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Old 04-13-2007, 01:33 PM
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From your post, you sound as you would be a good and fair
Officer. Now, about your medical condition, since you have
been on anti-depressant medications for five years does not
necessary mean you are fully non-depressant which, will
be a big hurdle. However, there is nothing wrong with
you getting a letting from your Doctor etc., and go and
see a recruiter personally. Best of luck.
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Old 04-13-2007, 07:20 PM
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You can always ask the military, there is no harm as long as you are up front about your history. Having said that, however, you may not be accepted. Taking meds for five years qualifies as serious emotional illness, and you said you "recently" stopped taking meds. The military is probably going to want you to demonstrate a lengthy period of symptom/medication free time before they will commission you.
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Old 04-14-2007, 07:35 AM
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Additionally, if you are not accepted into Military Service,
you can always try the National Guard. And if they will not
accept you, then, you can apply for a position within our
Federal Government!
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Ecc 7:1 A good name [is] better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth.

"There are two letter[s] in the word of [Life] that, in part gives direct meaning to it, "IF."" By /SL/ aka., April 23, 2008

Only by cutting through the darkness of ignorance, and prejudice can we achieve true justice; and
to all those who corrupt the search for truth be warned, the "Sword of Justice" cuts both ways!
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Old 04-18-2007, 03:47 PM
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Think Long and Hard

The military does not care about your MD's opinion. The real question is what was your diagnosis to begin with? Taking that information you can Google the medical standards for the service you intend to join. Once you let them know your medical history it is hard to undo so research first and see if it can be termed in a fashion that will allow you to serve. Notice I am not trying to get you to lie about it just find the spin that gives you what you want.
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