RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2002-03948
		INDEX CODE:  110.00

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His administrative discharge be changed to a medical discharge.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was never diagnosed with a personality disorder.

Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 6 August 2002, in the grade of airman basic for a period of four years.

Medical records reveal that on 18 October 2002, the applicant was evaluated by psychiatry services and was recommended for further assessment.  He was seen at the Behavioral Analysis Services on 21 October 2002 after a self-referral for problems with depression.  He was seen for follow-up assessment and testing on 28 and 30 October 2002 for worsening problems with depression.  On 30 October 2002 he was seen for suicidal thoughts.  He was diagnosed with an Adjustment Disorder with depressed mood (rule out sleepwalking disorder and rule out major depressive disorder)/Personality Disorder, not otherwise specified (NOS) with schizoid and avoidant traits.

On 18 November 2002, the applicant was notified of his commander’s intent to initiate discharge action against him for Conditions That Interfere With Military Service, Mental Disorders.

The commander indicated in his recommendation for discharge action that his reason for this action is the Statement of Mental Condition dated 30 October 2002 indicating that he was diagnosed with an Adjustment Disorder with depressed mood.  Because of the applicant’s condition, his ability to function in a military environment was significantly impaired.

The commander advised the applicant of his right to consult legal counsel and submit statements in his own behalf; or waive the above rights after consulting with counsel.

On 18 November 2002, the applicant waived his right to consult counsel and to submit statements in his own behalf.

On 25 November 2002, the discharge authority approved the applicant’s entry-level separation.

On 26 November 2002, the applicant was separated with an entry-level separation in the grade of airman basic, under the provisions of AFI 36-3208 (Personality Disorder).  He served 3 months and 21 days of total active service.  

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The BCMR Medical Consultant recommended denial.  He indicated that action and disposition in this case are proper and equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that implement the law.

The evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPPRS recommended denial.  They indicated that based upon the documentation in the file, they believe the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation.  Additionally, the discharge was within the discretion of the discharge authority.  The applicant did not submit any new evidence or identify any errors or injustices that occurred in the discharge process.  He provided no facts warranting a change in his discharge.  He filed a timely request.

The evaluation is at Exhibit D.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

On 30 May 2003, copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant for review and response within 30 days.  As of this date, no response has been received by this office.

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.	The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.

2.	The application was timely filed.

3.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice.  After reviewing the evidence of record, we are convinced that the applicant’s separation from the Air Force was in accordance with the prevailing regulation.  The applicant contends that he was never diagnosed with a personality disorder.  In our opinion, the detailed comments provided by the AFBCMR Chief Medical Consultant adequately address the applicant’s contentions.  Therefore, we are in agreement with the comments and recommendation of the Chief Medical Consultant and adopt his rationale as the basis for our decision that the applicant has not been the victim of either an error or injustice.  In view of the above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis upon which to recommend favorable action on this application.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of an error or an injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application.

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The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive Session on 10 July 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number 2002-03948 was considered:

   Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 5 December 2002, w/atchs.
   Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
   Exhibit C.  Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant,
			 dated 16 April 2003.
   Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPPRS, dated 19 May 2003.
   Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 30 May 2003.