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how long would you have to be of adhd medication for to join and what are the chances of joining after being off them

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I was diagnosed with adhd when I was 9 and been medicated since but I know I will be fine coming off the meds now but will adhd stop me joining in general

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Date asked: Friday, July 2, 2021

Last reviewed: Monday, July 5, 2021

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Tori C.

Regimental Medical Officer

Hello,

I am afraid we are unable to answer individual medical enquiries on this forum.

However I can give you some generic advice that I hope is helpful. It is possible to join if you have previously been diagnosed with ADHD if you meet certain criteria. At the very minimum you need to have been symptom free without medication for at least a year before joining. Symptoms you had as a child will be taken into account, and in some cases, certain behaviours and other associated medical conditions will mean it is not possible for you to join, even if you are ok without medication now.

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