Summary
A 28-year-old applicant was denied a security clearance under Guideline E (Personal Conduct) and Guideline I (Psychological Conditions) due to a history of psychological conditions and substance abuse. The Statement of Reasons detailed a history of addictions, paranoia, psychotic symptoms, and emotionally unstable behavior. In 2012, the applicant was diagnosed with schizophrenia and reported still hearing voices.
Further concerns arose from the applicant's inconsistent adherence to prescribed medications and lack of consistent outpatient therapy. These issues were identified as disqualifying conditions under Adjudicative Guidelines paragraphs 28(a), 28(b), 28(c), 16(a), and 16(c).
The denial was based on the finding that the applicant's long history of psychological conditions, including schizophrenia and substance abuse, impaired her judgment and reliability. Her failure to consistently follow treatment recommendations and maintain outpatient therapy contributed to ongoing psychiatric symptoms. Additionally, the applicant's belief in having a computer chip implanted in her head indicated a lack of insight into her condition, leading to the denial of her security clearance.
Why the Applicant Was Denied
- The applicant has a long history of psychological conditions, including schizophrenia and substance abuse, which impair her judgment and reliability.
- She has not consistently followed treatment recommendations or maintained outpatient therapy, leading to ongoing psychiatric symptoms.
- The applicant's belief in having a computer chip implanted in her head indicates a lack of insight into her condition.
Conditions Referenced
- AG ¶ 28(a)appliedBehavior That Casts Doubt on an Individual's Judgment, Reliability, or Trustworthiness
- AG ¶ 28(b)appliedAn Opinion by a Duly Qualified Mental Health Professional That the Individual Has a Condition That May Impair Judgment, Reliability, or Trustworthiness
- AG ¶ 28(c)appliedThe Individual Has Failed to Follow Treatment Advice Related to a Diagnosed Emotional, Mental, or Personality Condition
- AG ¶ 16(a)raisedDeliberate Omission, Concealment, or Falsification of Relevant Facts
- AG ¶ 16(c)raisedCredible Adverse Information in Several Adjudicative Issue Areas
Key Rule Quoted
“Any doubt concerning personnel being considered for access to classified information will be resolved in favor of national security.”
Procedural Posture
- SOR issuedJan 4, 2013
- Answer filed—Applicant elected to have her case decided on the record.
- Hearing held—No hearing; case decided on the record.
- Decision dateMay 10, 2013
Cite For
- Denial of Security Clearance Due to Ongoing Psychological Conditions Under Guideline I
- Failure to Mitigate Concerns Related to Personal Conduct Under Guideline E
- Impact of Mental Health Issues on Security Clearance Eligibility