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Can i get in the military with with a suicidal ideation on my medical record?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Doubtful - but that: Doesn't mean a 100% no go. Was it part of a brief issue that completely resolved? Just suicidal ideation or more? "history of suicidal behavior, including gesture(s) or attempt (s) (300.9) , or history of self-mutilation, is disqualifying." per standards. Regardless, you will need a current comprehensive psychiatric evaluation with clean bill of health to even be considered for a waiver.

Answered 10/14/2013

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Likely not: A serious suicide attempt can be indicative of major depression, which, if diagnosed can be a major impediment to being allowed to serve.

Answered 2/26/2015

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