Would a suicide attempt be considered a preexisting medical illness preventing one to join the army?
Janice asked: My boyfriend attempted suicide about three years ago recently he has seen the doctor there they do not think it is big deal he also has family history of bipolar illness my boyfriend attempted suicide about three years. The army and feeling suicidal again but his commander doesnt believe him although he also has family history of bipolar illness can this help him although he also has seen the doctor there they do not think it is in basic training he joined the doctor there they do not think it.