G’day guys,
just seeking some advice on my medical appeal for the ADF (Army Medic).
When I was 16 I had been diagnosed with “depressive anxiety disorder” and prescribed with anti depressant medication.
There was lots going on in my life at the time and I was very aggravated with the world. My Mum took me to a paediatrician and I ended up with this diagnosis. The medication never seemed to make me feel any better, I was never reviewed and just kept getting advised to take this tablet.
Now, I am 21 years old and stopped taking the tablet in January. I feel better than ever. I started exercising whilst also working full time, I’ve been studying at university since 2023 trying to become a paramedic.
I have previously been knocked back from the army twice. I have applied again and of course, been knocked again. I constantly kick myself for ever agreeing to go to the paed as this situation would never have been an issue.
I have made the decision to appeal and have seen a psychologist. She says that I shouldn’t have ever been put on medication especially at 16 y/o and that the certain type of antidepressant is not approved for anyone under 18 y/o. (Australia)
my main questions are:
- what are my chances of a successful appeal
- what is some strong evidence to chuck into my appeal
Thankyou for taking the time to read my post.
Kade.
