If I had a mild case of depression would the Army disqualify me?

Question

I suffered from some depression earlier this year because I was really stuck, and felt like my life wasn't going anywhere, and then I started looking into the Military, and found a job I really want (MP). I am now getting worried about being disqualified..... Anyone else been through something like this?? I don't know what I will do if I am disqualified, and I am not sure If I can just not mention it....

Answer 1

Well. If you did not take medication, you will be fine. The problem is when you take medication. Seeing someone for counseling is easier to explain away then medication use. You will need a waiver. But if you act dramatic about your depression, it might be a problem. If you are like it wasn't a big deal I just spoke to her because I was going through a hard time, you will be fine.

Answer 2

If you were not admitted to a mental health facility and/or undergo six months or more of outpatient therapy with a mental health professional it is not disqualifying. Bring the letter from your therapist to your physical.

The source below is the medical standard

Answer 3

You need to mention this when they ask - be honest and up front when enlisting and you'll save yourself future headaches.  You'll have to talk to a recruiter and see - the basic guidance right now is you have to be considered stable at the time of enlistment and off of medication for one year.

If you weren't on medication you shouldn't have anything to worry about.  You need to bring this up when you enlist - you'll have to get a letter from your doctor specifying what you were treated for.  I've seen too many young soldiers prosecuted for fraudulent enlistment - it's not worth it.

Answer 4

well were you taking medication for depression? If you were then you would have to wait for a certain amount of time since you have been off the medicine. If you werent taking medicine for it then you are good to go and yes mp is a really good job!

Well the best way to go is not to lie about it and be straight up even if your recruiter tell you too. Just get a letter from your doctor explaining the treatment and that you are better now and you never had to take medication.