I am eager to join the British Army, but I am uncertain if the medical team will make an exception. I passed the initial screening questions that ask if you have ever experienced anxiety, depression or suicidal thoughts, which I immediately ticked “no” to. The problem is that I have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, but I don't believe that I have this condition, not even for a second. Mainly because I don't know what psychosis or depression is or what that feels like. Whenever I encounter a mental health professional, it's like they don't understand basic human emotions. I inform them of normal things that I am experiencing, such as being a bit upset that my ex-girlfriend broke up with me, or that I am preparing for my exams, and their reaction is to just nod and recommend medication and a strict treatment plan. I first came into contact with mental health professionals when I was 17 after I took a detour from a normal jogging route. I was lost and dehydrated, and they classed this as me being psychotic. I literally just needed some water and food. Since then, it has been a constant battle trying to get rid of these condescending people who think they know what's best for me and my health. My case file of medical notes for my mental health is thicker than a typical undergraduate folder of class notes. The last time mental health professionals entered my home, I violently assaulted them and battered a nurse to a pulp with my bare hands to the point that they needed to glue their head back together. I do bouldering, mountain climbing, paintballing, hiking and boxing so I can really do some damage to someone if I need to. I actually can't stand mental health professionals. They are wasting my time, their time, and getting paid public tax money to do it. What do I do to write a good convince a persuade argument if my application is rejected, and I appeal because I am certain something like this wouldn't quite cut it. No to medical support means no, my autonomy and health is more important than someone's personal opinion. I'm normal and I understand what I am doing and the impact it has on people, now stop oppressing me and let me work or get an education.