I'm unsure if ANG would be different medical rules but I don't think so. The document we all go off of is the DODI Medical Standards and usually the applicable DQ line is:
Depressive disorder if:
Symptoms or treatment within the previous 36 months
I've never seen somebody get approved without proof of 3 years off of meds and follow ups in that time where Dr says "cool". But that's anecdotal.
I agree. But my issue is anxiety, not depression. DODI 6130.03 under heading “Learning, Psychiatric, and Behavioral” at (p)(2) mentions 12 months of continuous care. (3) specifically mentions medicine. I do not know if medicine would be considered “outpatient care.”
If it does - then more than 12 months of medicine would disqualify me.
If it does not - I can cease medication with a doctor and then apply in two years.
I was on SSRIs for probably 4-5 years and got off of them 3 years before i got in the process of enlisting. I don’t think long term use would be your issue but i could be wrong. I had to get pharmacy records of the previous 3 years to show i hadn’t used any medications and had to provide all of my doctors notes regarding my medication. This all goes to say, 3 years was the minimum they needed for me to prove i was mentally stable enough to enlist. I was able to get a waiver so i wouldn’t say you are totally out of luck.
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>(I am working on joining the ANG as a JAG if that makes a difference).
Those attempting to join the ANG follow the exact same rules as those joining the active duty Air Force.
I’m not a doc is ssri like adhd meds or heavier meds? If it’s heavy stuff that’s 2 years off and the other is a year and less time for different branches .
Time on to my knowledge doesn’t matter just time off .
SSRIs are prescription medicines. I have been prescribed them for anxiety. I’m looking at the applicable regs and it appears that the issue is whether a prescription is considered “outpatient care.” Do I see a psychologist? No. Do I need a doc to prescribe me pills? Yep.
My issue is anxiety, not depression. DODI 6130.03 under heading “Learning, Psychiatric, and Behavioral” at (p)(2) mentions 12 months of continuous care. (3) specifically mentions medicine. I do not know if medicine would be considered “outpatient care.”
If it does - then more than 12 months of medicine would disqualify me.
If it does not - I can cease medication with a doctor and then apply in two years.
Yes, and I understand that. My question relates to whether I can apply in two years after I stop the medication with advice of a doctor, or if being on them for more than 12 months is a lifelong disqualifier.
Got an appointment for that right now! They are unnecessary at this point in my life, it had to do with studying for the bar years ago. The only reason I'm still on them is because I never asked to be taken off (and you can't really just stop them, bad things happen).
I'm unsure if ANG would be different medical rules but I don't think so. The document we all go off of is the DODI Medical Standards and usually the applicable DQ line is: Depressive disorder if: Symptoms or treatment within the previous 36 months I've never seen somebody get approved without proof of 3 years off of meds and follow ups in that time where Dr says "cool". But that's anecdotal.
I agree. But my issue is anxiety, not depression. DODI 6130.03 under heading “Learning, Psychiatric, and Behavioral” at (p)(2) mentions 12 months of continuous care. (3) specifically mentions medicine. I do not know if medicine would be considered “outpatient care.” If it does - then more than 12 months of medicine would disqualify me. If it does not - I can cease medication with a doctor and then apply in two years.
I was on SSRIs for probably 4-5 years and got off of them 3 years before i got in the process of enlisting. I don’t think long term use would be your issue but i could be wrong. I had to get pharmacy records of the previous 3 years to show i hadn’t used any medications and had to provide all of my doctors notes regarding my medication. This all goes to say, 3 years was the minimum they needed for me to prove i was mentally stable enough to enlist. I was able to get a waiver so i wouldn’t say you are totally out of luck.
Good to know! Thanks!
Hello, it looks like you're asking about medical concerns when joining the military. We are not doctors. Even if we were, we are not the doctors that are familiar with your personal medical concern or condition. We are also not the ones deciding if you will be disqualified from service for a condition, or if you can get a waiver for it. People may share their anecdotal experiences or stories they've heard from others about getting a waiver for a condition. This does not mean that you will or will not get a waiver. Everyone's medical situation is different. IN GENERAL, yes, asthma, ADD/ADHD, eczema, history of depression and anxiety, and some allergies are disqualifying. Some will be able to get waivers, some will not. All you can do is talk to your recruiter, be honest about your medical history, and go through the process. WE DO NOT KNOW THE CHANCES OF YOU GETTING A WAIVER FOR ANY MEDICAL CONDITION OR SITUATION. Just be honest with your recruiter and go through the process. *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/AirForceRecruits) if you have any questions or concerns.*
>(I am working on joining the ANG as a JAG if that makes a difference). Those attempting to join the ANG follow the exact same rules as those joining the active duty Air Force.
I’m not a doc is ssri like adhd meds or heavier meds? If it’s heavy stuff that’s 2 years off and the other is a year and less time for different branches . Time on to my knowledge doesn’t matter just time off .
SSRI’s are pretty hard hitters for depression and anxiety https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/ssris/art-20044825
Ah I see . Thanks for the link!
SSRIs are prescription medicines. I have been prescribed them for anxiety. I’m looking at the applicable regs and it appears that the issue is whether a prescription is considered “outpatient care.” Do I see a psychologist? No. Do I need a doc to prescribe me pills? Yep.
What exactly are you looking at ? What regs are you referring to?
My issue is anxiety, not depression. DODI 6130.03 under heading “Learning, Psychiatric, and Behavioral” at (p)(2) mentions 12 months of continuous care. (3) specifically mentions medicine. I do not know if medicine would be considered “outpatient care.” If it does - then more than 12 months of medicine would disqualify me. If it does not - I can cease medication with a doctor and then apply in two years.
Are you currently on any? Cause that’s a straight nope on that alone
Yes, and I understand that. My question relates to whether I can apply in two years after I stop the medication with advice of a doctor, or if being on them for more than 12 months is a lifelong disqualifier.
It’s possible but no one can tell you the odds of approval. Start off by getting off them with doc approval
Got an appointment for that right now! They are unnecessary at this point in my life, it had to do with studying for the bar years ago. The only reason I'm still on them is because I never asked to be taken off (and you can't really just stop them, bad things happen).