Asked in Military Law for Pennsylvania

Q: Can I be discharged from the navy for depression?

Having a hard time dealing with my miscarriage. I have been in for two years and have been talking to a psychiatrist.

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Angelina Bradley
Angelina Bradley
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  • Military Law Lawyer
  • Monterey Park, CA

A: Yes. if you remain on LIMDU for more than three periods, you will be referred to the Physical Evaluation Board. The board will determine if your ability to perform your duties has been significantly impacted by your depression. If so, you'll be rated by the VA. If your rating is 30% or above, you'll be medically retired from the Navy. If less than 30%, you'll be medically separated.

The Navy provides free IPEB attorneys for you to ask questions of, located at all major military treatment facilities. if you're not near one, they will generally do field calls.

There are also civilian attorneys, like myself, who do this work as well.

Good luck.

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