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eric
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how hard is it to join the military not the training but getting accepted into training
i heard a joke if you have adhd or something small lie and i heard it so many times what stops you from joining the military
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Kim Igleheart
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If you lie to get in, every time you get called to the boss's office your heart will skip a beat. Don't lie! My nephew had unpaid traffic tickets. His mom had told him she would pay them, but, she forgot! The police notified the military, and he was kicked out of basic training.
My son was sent to a psychiatric hospital both in elementary school and middle school. He started doing better in HS, got into ROTC ( 4 yrs) and was accepted.
A lot depends on supply and demand. Right now, Companies are not able to fill their vacant positions, so they are offering higher wages. I would imagine the military is having trouble filling its vacancies. During times of war, some standards are relaxed, so more people can go in.
Much will depend upon how well you are doing. I don't know if they will take you if you are on meds. Most of the cases I am familiar with are people who managed to function without meds, although they were on them when they were younger.
But seriously, don't lie. It catches up to you. If you are thinking about going in, you might talk to your parents/doctor about trying to go off the meds and see how you do. But, don't stop them on your own. You will need medical records to prove when you discontinued them. You might also talk to a recruiter to see what advice they have. You won't be the first person he's had that has ADHD.
Thank you for your interest in military service - I hope it works out for you!
My son was sent to a psychiatric hospital both in elementary school and middle school. He started doing better in HS, got into ROTC ( 4 yrs) and was accepted.
A lot depends on supply and demand. Right now, Companies are not able to fill their vacant positions, so they are offering higher wages. I would imagine the military is having trouble filling its vacancies. During times of war, some standards are relaxed, so more people can go in.
Much will depend upon how well you are doing. I don't know if they will take you if you are on meds. Most of the cases I am familiar with are people who managed to function without meds, although they were on them when they were younger.
But seriously, don't lie. It catches up to you. If you are thinking about going in, you might talk to your parents/doctor about trying to go off the meds and see how you do. But, don't stop them on your own. You will need medical records to prove when you discontinued them. You might also talk to a recruiter to see what advice they have. You won't be the first person he's had that has ADHD.
Thank you for your interest in military service - I hope it works out for you!
quintavius hill
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There are several steps you will have to take before being considered. Many test not just physical test but a lot of mental test you will have to pass. Highschool junior and senior year is the most important years to start training. JROTC classes are a perfect example of what the military is looking for. best of luck in your new future!