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Hello,
I'm trying to join the Air National Guard and was wondering what MEPS would think of a history of social anxiety. I saw a therapist a total of two visits for it when I was 14 - I never took any medications and have not had any problems with it since. Do you think this will disqualify me, and if so could a waiver be a possibility?
If you had 2 visits at age 14, and you never took meds, and are fine now, it isn't an issue.
But when you reveal it, it will be an issue. They only know what you tell them, but you need to be sure that is is not an issue anymore if you decide not to tell them.
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John L
Expertise
I am a National Guard recruiter , been doing it for seven years and am a subject matter expert on qualifications for National Guard and I keep up to date on Regular Army regs and programs. I was in the Navy for 4 years and have 13 years in the Guard. I will not sugar coat my answers to you. They are usually short and to the point. If you need more in depth, ask me. Because each situation is different, alot of times you need to actually talk to a recruiter and let them evaluate your situation in person, by looking at your documents, issues etc. If I suggest this, it would be in your best interest to do so. Finally...thank you for your interest in serving this great nation of ours. Very few people can actually make the cut to serve let alone choose to do so. So thank you for wanting to and hopefully you will get a chance. Whatever branch you choose, thank you and good luck.
Experience
13 years Guard experince, combat missions and homeland missions. 7 years recruiting. I have been a platoon sergeant and squad leader. Mentor to new recruiters and recruits.
Education/Credentials
Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting
Awards and Honors
Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.
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