Can I be a state trooper even if I'm bipolar?

Question

i was recently diagnosed as being bipolar and im taking 2 diff medications to control it. Im 21 yrs old and im studying psychology right now. I've always been interested in the FBI, Police academy, State troopers, the army etc . I really really want to be involved in one of those things. Will i be able to? ?? Im so worried because its my life long dream.

Answer 1

nope...too much of a liability

Answer 2

You sound perfect for the Infantry,not sure about the rest.

Answer 3

21 and it's your life-long dream? It's time to develop other interests.

Answer 4

Probably only at a back room desk job, if at all.

There are emotional stability standards that a diagnosis of Bipolar will most likely exclude you from... as it should be.

The Military is hard pressed for bodies now, so you may have better luck with the Army... they are not as "selective" as the other branches, particularly in a time of war without a draft.

Since you are still so young, you have plenty of time to figure out what other goals you can accomplish that your disability permits. Much of life is still wide open for you, so don't get locked into a childhood daydream.

Push the envelope but be realistic... there are valid reasons for minimal standards. Perhaps by developing computer skills or tending to a science aspect, you will fulfill your dream and not present a liability. Think as creatively as you can. I pray thee well.

Answer 5

No way!!! You might forget to take your MEDS and think that everyone is after you and you end up shooting them.