Anonymous
12-17-2000, 03:51 PM
I donīt know about the Marines, but my husband was in the Army and was honorably discharged once he was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder. He didnīt have a choice to stay in. I would assume all military branches handle it the same way. If Iīd be you I would just consult a doctor in the military after you join and then get a discharge rather than putting yourself at risk for lying when you first enlisted.
TeeBeex2@gmx.net
Anonymous
12-18-2000, 04:52 PM
Come clean about your treatment history! One of these replies sounded kind of scary, that you have done a criminal offense, etc. It is true that if you withhold information when you enlist that is against the law. But if you tell them about it at any time BEFORE the actual MEPS outprocessing day, you will be able to get out of the commitment with no repurcussions.
It sounds like you need to get out of the commitment you have made. I developed depression in the Air Force and got a prescription for it, but they are not very good at treating it other than medically. Also the military life is not good for anyone with depression. Take my word for it. You will do yourself, and the Marine Corps a favor by getting out before it is too late. And yes, it is illegal to hold back that information.