Medically Disqualified for 36 months
So my recruiter has told me I have to wait 36 months before I can enlist because MEPS flagged me for a “anxiety disorder”. Little backstory, back in summer 2024 I was going through some tough times, got laid off and had a child to take care of, so I went to my doctor and told them I was having trouble sleeping due to my anxiety for worrying about how I will support my family. The doctor prescribed me a medication for the sleeping problem and also noted that I was suffering from anxiety in my medical records (really regret telling them that). I never used the medication because of the side effects but bought it anyways just in case. I ended up solving my sleeping issue by myself through taking hot showers, reading before bed, meditation and not having my phone in the same room.
More importantly, I’m not depressed or suffering from anxiety. In the fall of 2024 I secured employment and have been taking care of my child and myself since then. I’ve had no breakdowns or sleeping disorder episodes since then. I never went back to my doctor to do a re-evaluation of my mental health, as I didn’t believe I needed it, but now I’m thinking I will need to do so anyways just to clear the air.
My question is that, do I really need to wait 36 months before I can join now? Can I qualify for a waiver for this? My ASVAB score was pretty good and I was cleared physically for everything else just this minor episode from 2024 that seems to be holding me back now.
Appreciate y’all’s input and hope you have a blessed weekend Airmen!