USMMA and Antidepressants

[floridahopeful]

Curious. Is a history of antidepressants a no go? Do they ask during the physical?

 

[RowingMom]

Curious. Is a history of antidepressants a no go? Do they ask during the physical?

Most academy’s will have similar standards and DODMERB forum may have other useful details. In general a history of depressive or anxiety symptoms may be considered for waiver if treatment has been completed and a period of convincing stability demonstrated without need for ongoing medication or psychotherapy (at least a year). Those with unresolved mental health issues and those with prolonged/recurrent or more severe diagnoses are unlikely to be considered waivable. Definitely seek out answers from the professionals and good luck!