started at 16, now doc said ready to get off it,no more depression as of 1 yr 1/2
2007-10-29 03:16:58 · 12 answers · asked by missyrockyblue 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Hi! My husband has PTSD and depression....he got it from the military....he wants to stay in but they are discharging him. BUT I have read up on things and so long as somebody has been off meds/therapy for at least a year they can join up. He has to have a note from his doctor and maybe any employer that he currently works for stating that he is in good mental condition. You should really go talk to a recruiter. They WANT you to get into the military...so they will help you out in any way possible. Good luck!
2007-10-29 09:10:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been suffering from post partum depression for the past one year when I gave birth to a baby boy. I couldn't stop thinking about how my husband loves him more than me and how things might be better if he wasn't born at all. Thus, I stayed away from him because I knew that I might do something I will regret for the rest of my life.
Almost instantly I went to a therapist and convince them that I need help. Among other things, I've tried herbal supplements and other book to treat depression but nothing works like the Depression Free Method. So now I'm proud to say I'm one of the happiest mother in the world. My husband loves us both very much and I thank the Lord for the blessing he gave us.
Depression Free Method?
2016-05-16 02:32:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he has been diagnosed, normally no. You could try to get a waiver and see what happens.
If normal life and high school is to much for someone, DO NOT JOIN THE MILITARY. Life is a lot tougher there than in the civilian world. Stay out of the military and keep your mental health.
2007-10-29 03:39:56 · answer #3 · answered by Chris 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Give it a shot and watch the real depression roll in, you'll miss home, family and friends like you never thought possible, you will have your feelings hurt and you will get embarrased, you will be held accountable for your short commings and mistakes and chances are you and you'r buddies will pay a high price for them. All of this will happen before you get into a regular unit and start to 'fit in' . Take a close look inside and try to decide if its for you, but you'll never know if you dont try. Go for it, and go get it.
2007-10-29 03:59:12 · answer #4 · answered by sapper82 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
normally i would say no, but with the high demand for military he may get a waiver. talk to a recruiter, they would know the most. the military does a long background check. and the more clearance you have, the deeper they go. dont hide anything, it can get you a dishonorable discharge. and it it hard to get a decent job if you get a dishonorable discharge.
2007-10-29 03:32:28 · answer #5 · answered by navywife 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Current mood disorders, including depression, are disqualifying for entry into the armed forces.
2007-10-29 08:08:59 · answer #6 · answered by desertviking_00 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, he just needs the doctor to write a letter stating that he is fine and that he is able to serve in the military.
2007-10-29 04:33:14 · answer #7 · answered by Dawg Star 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He will get really depressed when he goes in. It's not easy. I say he may get in but it won't be an easy thing for him to pull off.
2007-10-29 03:46:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I hope not. Regular soldiers get depressed when deployed
2007-10-29 07:46:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
N O, MEPS will reject anyone who has been on any kind
of depression medicine!!
2007-10-29 05:08:43 · answer #10 · answered by Vagabond5879 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋