Can People With Depression Enter the Army?

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Question by : can people with depression enter the army?

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Answer by Jes
it depends if it’s been treated by a physician or not, but it’s not recommended

Answer by Lori M
Highly doubtful as you have to pass some Psychological test and what not! Considering what you can be subject to in the military that can cause mental stress I really suggest you deal with your depression first because it could be only compounded by the mental stress and things you have to deal with in the military!

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