What you think about army as career option for an aspie?

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03 Oct 2017, 5:04 am

What you think about army as career option for an aspie or anyone?
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03 Oct 2017, 5:51 am

Depends on your individual traits and the manager you get.

Even if you get a good manager, do not assume that that person will be there forever.


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03 Oct 2017, 6:12 am

Structure suits some on the spectrum. I can see why it would.



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03 Oct 2017, 10:21 pm

Bad Idea -- military is very socially structured (in all countries). If you have poor social skills, you won't do well.



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04 Oct 2017, 12:50 am

IgA wrote:
Bad Idea -- military is very socially structured (in all countries). If you have poor social skills, you won't do well.


It matters where you want to serve. If you apply to intelligence there are specialised units like 9900 in Israel filled with Aspies and GCHQ in the UK welcome us with open arms. Some other organisations are total pricks against their employees, regardless of diagnosis.


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04 Oct 2017, 7:25 am

I think there would be pros and cons to it. You may really like the structure, but not like some of the other aspects.

From what I last saw, people in my country (the US) aren't allowed join the military if they're autistic. I'm really glad that so many other countries don't do that!



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04 Oct 2017, 7:38 am

The US Military currently does not accept people with Asperger's as far as I know. I recently found out that a meltdown can be similar to an episode of PTSD. These top "Experts" :roll: claim that they are worried that one on the spectrum would not be able to hold their rifles as they are required to carry them all the time.

Do I think we should be accepted? Yes, because the military has lots of tech-related and mechanic type jobs that one on the spectrum could do career-wise. Would you ship them to war? Only if their symptoms are so mild. Otherwise, you have
1. Security
2. Satellites
3. Computer programming
4. Engineering
5. Mechanics
6. They could even go to school to advance their career opportunities
7. Travel

The Military also provides structure



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04 Oct 2017, 8:09 am

Summer_Twilight wrote:
The US Military currently does not accept people with Asperger's as far as I know. I recently found out that a meltdown can be similar to an episode of PTSD. These top "Experts" :roll: claim that they are worried that one on the spectrum would not be able to hold their rifles as they are required to carry them all the time.

Do I think we should be accepted? Yes, because the military has lots of tech-related and mechanic type jobs that one on the spectrum could do career-wise. Would you ship them to war? Only if their symptoms are so mild. Otherwise, you have
1. Security
2. Satellites
3. Computer programming
4. Engineering
5. Mechanics
6. They could even go to school to advance their career opportunities
7. Travel

The Military also provides structure


I have to question these "experts" who are saying that military personnel have to carry rifles all the time. That seems a little bit weak to impose a ban.

On the bright side, it does give me a funny mental picture of my father, who was an Air Force medic sent to Guantanamo Bay, supposedly being forced to carry the gun in one hand while trying to stitch up a patient with his free hand.



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04 Oct 2017, 1:39 pm

Summer_Twilight wrote:
The US Military currently does not accept people with Asperger's as far as I know. I recently found out that a meltdown can be similar to an episode of PTSD. These top "Experts" :roll: claim that they are worried that one on the spectrum would not be able to hold their rifles as they are required to carry them all the time.

Do I think we should be accepted? Yes, because the military has lots of tech-related and mechanic type jobs that one on the spectrum could do career-wise.


I was given weapons training even though i was a civilian IT-security analyst specialising in Forensics. I guess the reality is much more stark when you have Russia almost on your doorstep.

I know of an officer who was diagnosed with Aspergers a few years ago, a few others (older) civilians were obviously on the spectrum. The officer has had a successful career and i guess he had served with distinction before he got his diagnosis, the other civilians served as well with distinction in their respective roles.

It's basically up to the individual - i would never be interested in running around pew-pewing in the forest even though i like going for walks in nature, my deal is IT-security, that is what i do best.


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04 Oct 2017, 1:51 pm

Damaging and ostracizing (for anyone, but particularly those on the spectrum)



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04 Oct 2017, 2:23 pm

The US has a personality test. TAPAS. That allegedly determines if someone has a personality suitable for the military

The country where you live might have something similar. Look it up

Some NTs have personality suitable for military

Some AS have personality suitable for military

But (as a civilian) I would imagine that the military is a worse overall idea, for an AS, than for an NT

But there are plenty of AS that have been in the military and did fine. And some service members might be undiagnosed autistic

Anyways whatever

I have never been in the military

I have never been in Poland

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How do I know :?:

Anyways

In the US military, recruits can "refuse to train" and get out the 2, 4 or 6 year enlistment contract early. However they get a punishment. Article 15. And the military is subject to an entirely different judicial system

And a dishonorable discharge could make it hard to get a civilian job

Anyways from when I was about 20 til now 34, I have been totally obsessed with the military

But whatever

The US Currently does not take AS recruits. MEPS disqualification

But recruits can apply for a waiver

Poland might be different in that way

But what I would be afraid of, is getting raped. "Blanket party". Hazing. Living in the barracks on base.

Seriously I am afraid to enlist

But I also do not qualify for the military either



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06 Oct 2017, 7:51 am

If you go to college first, you can take an officer's exam. If you pass, you enter as an officer. Better that way or not at all. There was a guy who was murdering females in Philadelphia and was apprehended after he joined the Army. So, anyone and anything can enlist. Aspies less alone anyone else shouldn't be in a situation like this one. They're in TERRIBLE DANGER.



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06 Oct 2017, 7:54 am

MarissaKay wrote:
I think there would be pros and cons to it. You may really like the structure, but not like some of the other aspects.

From what I last saw, people in my country (the US) aren't allowed join the military if they're autistic. I'm really glad that so many other countries don't do that!


Absolutely!! When I was a teenager, I was enamored by the "structure" of the military. The original poster should find another career with "structure" BUT NOT THE MILITARY. I ended becoming an RN and followed the rules "to the letter."
I was happy. Now, at my current age, my profession just wears me down. I'm going to retire soon but I'll still have to work because I can't really afford to retire. I need to get off me feet before I feckin' die.



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06 Oct 2017, 1:54 pm

RightGalaxy wrote:
If you go to college first, you can take an officer's exam. If you pass, you enter as an officer. Better that way or not at all. There was a guy who was murdering females in Philadelphia and was apprehended after he joined the Army. So, anyone and anything can enlist. Aspies less alone anyone else shouldn't be in a situation like this one. They're in TERRIBLE DANGER.



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Murders occur in the civilian world, as well as on military bases

For example, Las Vegas shooting, just this week

In the United States (not where the OP is, where I am), the military website claims that it does a criminal background check for prospective recruits. They also have age, weight, health and education restrictions. Not just anyone can join

Not all military occupational specialties are combat roles. Infantry, artillery, combat engineer

The military also contains trumpet players, finance specialist, shower laundry specialist, motor transport, recruiters, drill sergeant,

The military serves an essential function for the country

Some people should join the military

Some people should not join the military

Everyone has a different situation



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10 Oct 2017, 12:58 pm

Hello all!!

I have lurked on and off for a few years, but thought I would add a voice to this conversation.

I am active duty military and have been for almost 20 years. I am soon to retire and over the last few years I have come to the conclusion that I am an Aspie. I have seen counselors over the years on and off to help cope with some of the challenges, but I have found the regular schedule to be a good thing for me. The military has resources that no other company can match. As with any job its had its ups and downs, but overall its been a great experience for me.

The important thing is to find something that YOU are comfortable doing and can do well.


Good luck!!

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10 Oct 2017, 4:59 pm

Ferrari fan

What is the correct method of determining g whether someone should join the military :?:

What is your military occupational specialty?

How does autism affect your military service?

Thank you very much


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