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<blockquote data-quote="minalbsmit" data-source="post: 22094394" data-attributes="member: 1068601"><p>Hi all! I want to start by saying I've done a good bit of research on the HPSP, all branches of military dentistry, and all of the disqualifications. I have not applied for the HPSP yet, just in the process of talking to a navy recruiter. It's always been a dream of mine to serve in the Navy as a dentist, but out of all the things that could DQ a candidate, I never would've thought an ssri would. I have read mixed outcomes on this situation where some were discharged during dental school for being recently prescribed, and others made it through with no problems. I've also seen where some say not to even report it. My issue is, I am already prescribed an ssri for anxiety and panic attacks and have been on it for a year. I was also prescribed a benzodiazepine a year ago to take as needed, but the ssri managed my anxiety just fine, so never needed them and still don't take them. I guess my main concern is is there any way to apply for a HPSP, go through MEP and the physical without having to disclose that I am taking that medication? I find it quite infuriating that as highly demanding and stressful as the military can be, you aren't allowed to be prescribed anything to help you.</p><p></p><p></p><p>An elaboration/slight rant: I refuse to stop taking my medication as it would be dangerous to my health. Before starting it, my panic attacks would get so severe that my blood pressure would get dangerously high. I've worked for a dentist for the last four years, he has witnessed this happen to me several times and even he was very concerned as to whether I was about to have a stroke or not due to my BP being so high. After being on the medication, however, I haven't had one since. I would appreciate if the negative replies were kept to themselves, as I've seen plenty on other user's threads about similar issues. I'm not trying to cheat my way into the navy, I'm just asking for opinions on anyone who's been in this same situation to elaborate how they handled it. I am not mentally unstable, I am not "crazy", being on an ssri doesn't and shouldn't mean I'll never be able to handle the military lifestyle. Just because I knew I had a problem and sought help from a medical professional and am now on a medication that keeps me anxiety-free, does not mean I'm unstable. Coming from a long line of veterans, I wish they would have done the same without having to endure the stigma that if you get prescribed a mental health medication that you're some crazy, unstable, danger to society. I've lost family members and friends to drugs, alcohol abuse, and even suicide because of the depression, anxiety and PTSD that was not treated properly. Even though this has always been my dream career, if it comes down to a choice between the Navy and my mental health, I'm choosing my mental health. I especially will not go through dental school off my medication. I have friends right now who are in dental school who have never experienced any mental health issues, and are now on anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications. To wrap this up, I just want to know my options. As I said, I never thought one medication would keep me from chasing my dream. It's been very disheartening and I am hoping someone out there has some good, positive advice/feedback for me. Thanks & stay well!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="minalbsmit, post: 22094394, member: 1068601"] Hi all! I want to start by saying I've done a good bit of research on the HPSP, all branches of military dentistry, and all of the disqualifications. I have not applied for the HPSP yet, just in the process of talking to a navy recruiter. It's always been a dream of mine to serve in the Navy as a dentist, but out of all the things that could DQ a candidate, I never would've thought an ssri would. I have read mixed outcomes on this situation where some were discharged during dental school for being recently prescribed, and others made it through with no problems. I've also seen where some say not to even report it. My issue is, I am already prescribed an ssri for anxiety and panic attacks and have been on it for a year. I was also prescribed a benzodiazepine a year ago to take as needed, but the ssri managed my anxiety just fine, so never needed them and still don't take them. I guess my main concern is is there any way to apply for a HPSP, go through MEP and the physical without having to disclose that I am taking that medication? I find it quite infuriating that as highly demanding and stressful as the military can be, you aren't allowed to be prescribed anything to help you. An elaboration/slight rant: I refuse to stop taking my medication as it would be dangerous to my health. Before starting it, my panic attacks would get so severe that my blood pressure would get dangerously high. I've worked for a dentist for the last four years, he has witnessed this happen to me several times and even he was very concerned as to whether I was about to have a stroke or not due to my BP being so high. After being on the medication, however, I haven't had one since. I would appreciate if the negative replies were kept to themselves, as I've seen plenty on other user's threads about similar issues. I'm not trying to cheat my way into the navy, I'm just asking for opinions on anyone who's been in this same situation to elaborate how they handled it. I am not mentally unstable, I am not "crazy", being on an ssri doesn't and shouldn't mean I'll never be able to handle the military lifestyle. Just because I knew I had a problem and sought help from a medical professional and am now on a medication that keeps me anxiety-free, does not mean I'm unstable. Coming from a long line of veterans, I wish they would have done the same without having to endure the stigma that if you get prescribed a mental health medication that you're some crazy, unstable, danger to society. I've lost family members and friends to drugs, alcohol abuse, and even suicide because of the depression, anxiety and PTSD that was not treated properly. Even though this has always been my dream career, if it comes down to a choice between the Navy and my mental health, I'm choosing my mental health. I especially will not go through dental school off my medication. I have friends right now who are in dental school who have never experienced any mental health issues, and are now on anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications. To wrap this up, I just want to know my options. As I said, I never thought one medication would keep me from chasing my dream. It's been very disheartening and I am hoping someone out there has some good, positive advice/feedback for me. Thanks & stay well! [/QUOTE]
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