RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-02954
INDEX CODE: 110.00
XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 4 May 07
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
1. His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed from “2C” Personality
Disorder to “3K” Secretarial Authority.
2. His narrative reason for separation be changed from “Personality
Disorder” to “Other, Not Specified.”
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
Upon receiving his DD Form 214, he was notified that he would not be able
to re-enter active duty in any branch of military service due to the
decisions made beyond his control. He requests his RE code and narrative
reason for separation be changed so he can enter into an ROTC program at
Texas A&M University where he is currently attending school.
He feels he was misdiagnosed as having a personality disorder. He was
never diagnosed with a personality disorder nor has it ever shown up on any
transcripts. The transcripts stated he was diagnosed with depressed mood
and dependent personality traits. Furthermore, the psychological
evaluation that was administered to him negatively reflected his condition
as a whole person. He feels that it centered on specific events, marital
problems which had reached a peak. Supplemental information such as credit
reports, college transcripts, letters of appreciation and recommendation,
and his Enlisted Performance Reports (EPRs) positively reflect who he was
as an active duty member and who he is now as a civilian.
In support of his request, applicant provided a personal statement, a
psychiatric evaluation, copies of his EPRs, certificates of appreciation,
and certificates of training, a credit report and documentation associated
with his college enrollment.
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on
16 May 01. He was progressively promoted to the grade of senior airman,
having assumed that grade effective and with a date of rank of 15 Sep 03.
On 18 May 04, applicant was notified of his commander's intent to recommend
him for administrative discharge. The specific reasons for this action
were a recommendation from the Mental Health Clinic and his diagnosis of
having an adjustment disorder with depressed mood and dependent personality
traits. He was advised of his rights in this matter and acknowledged
receipt of the notification on that same date. After consulting counsel
the applicant elected not to submit statements on his own behalf. In a
legal review of the case file, the staff judge advocate found the case
legally sufficient and recommended that he be discharged. The discharge
authority concurred with the recommendations and directed that he be
discharged with an honorable discharge, without probation and
rehabilitation. Applicant was discharged on 17 Apr 04. He served 2 years
and 11 months on active duty.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The BCMR Medical Consultant is of the opinion that the narrative reasons
for discharge should be changed to Secretarial Authority. No change in the
reenlistment code is warranted.
The fact that the applicant is functioning well at this time following
separation is consistent with the diagnosis of Adjustment Disorder,
however, it does not predict that he will respond well to the stresses of
military operations, deployment, or combat when he is separated from his
familiar surroundings and usual support system of family and friends.
It was noted that he had a several year history of intermittent low mood
associated with family problems and compulsive coping skills. In the
setting of marital discord and work stressors, he experienced marked
emotional distress including depressed mood, anxiety, suicidal ideation,
self cutting behavior, agitation, and difficulty with anger control.
Mental health providers diagnosed adjustment disorder with depressed mood.
Individuals who develop adjustment disorder due to the stress of military
service including with concomitant personal issues, are not suited for
military service and are subject to administrative discharge. The RE code
should not be changed.
On the applicant’s DD Form 214, the narrative reason is listed as
personality disorder even though the applicant was not diagnosed with a
personality disorder. The applicant was however diagnosed with maladaptive
personality traits. The applicant was diagnosed with dependent personality
traits but not dependent personality disorder. Since he was not diagnosed
with a personality disorder and was further not noted to demonstrate long-
standing maladaptive traits or misconduct suggestive of a personality
disorder, it is inaccurate to list the narrative reason as personality
disorder, even though it is administratively correct. Change of the
narrative reasons for discharge to Secretarial Authority is recommended.
The BCMR Medical Consultant’s complete evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 27 Sep
06 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, this office has
received no response.
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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 error or injustice in respect to the applicant’s request for a
change to his RE code. We took notice of the applicant’s complete
submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the
BCMR Medical Consultant that the fact the applicant is functioning well at
this time following separation does not predict that he will respond well
to the stresses of military operations, deployment, or combat when he is
separated from his familiar surroundings and usual support system of family
and friends.
4. However, we noted the narrative reason is listed as personality
disorder even though the applicant was not diagnosed with a personality
disorder. We agree with the Medical Consultant that it is inaccurate to
list the narrative reason as personality disorder, even though it is
administratively correct. Therefore, we recommend the applicant’s records
be corrected as indicated below.
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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating
to APPLICANT be corrected to show that on 16 April 2004, he was discharged
under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, paragraph 1-2, (Secretarial Authority)
with Separation Program Designator (SPD) Code of KFF.
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The following members of the Board considered Docket Number
BC-2005-02954 in Executive Session on 2 Nov 06, under the provisions of AFI
36-2603:
Mr. James W. Russell III, Panel Chair
Ms. Maureen Higgins, Member
Mr. Todd L. Schafer, Member
All members voted to correct the records, as recommended. The following
documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 30 Sep 05, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Memorandum, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 27 Sep 06.
Exhibit D. Memorandum, SAF/MRBR, dated 27 Sep 06.
JAMES W. RUSSELL III
Panel Chair
AFBCMR
1535 Command Drive
EE Wing, 3rd Floor
Andrews AFB MD 20762-7002
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Dear XXXXXX
Your application to the Air Force Board for Correction of Military
Records, AFBCMR BC-2005-02954, has been finalized.
The Board determined that the military records should be corrected as
set forth in the attached copy of a Memorandum for the Chief of Staff
United States Air Force. The office responsible for making the correction
will inform you when your records have been changed.
After correction, the records will be reviewed to determine if you
are entitled to any monetary benefits as a result of the correction of
records. This determination is made by the Defense Finance and Accounting
Service (DFAS-DE), Denver, Colorado, and involves the assembly and careful
checking of finance records. It may also be necessary for the DFAS-DE to
communicate directly with you to obtain additional information to ensure
the proper settlement of your claim. Because of the number and complexity
of claims workload, you should expect some delay. We assure you, however,
that every effort will be made to conclude this matter at the earliest
practical date.
Sincerely
GREGORY E. JOHNSON
Chief Examiner
Air Force
Board for Correction
of Military
Records
Attachments:
1. Record of Proceedings
2. Copy of Directive
cc:
DFAS-DE
AFBCMR BC-2005-02954
MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF
Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force
Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section
1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A Stat 116), it is directed that:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force
relating to
XXXXXXX, XXXXXXX, be corrected to show that on 16 April 2004, he was
discharged under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, paragraph 1-2, (Secretarial
Authority) with Separation Program Designator (SPD) Code of KFF.
JOE G. LINEBERGER
Director
Air Force Review Boards Agency
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