QUESTION:
Dear Dr. Heller,
Should people join the military if they have severe mental disorders, such as O.C.D, O.C.P.D, or adjustment disorders?????
ANSWER:
Many individuals in the military do indeed have these disorders. Some do much better with the boot camp and highly structured environment the military provides. Some do worse. There's no clear cut answer to your question, as individuals vary.
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