“Question 21” on Standard Form 86, is the item in the government security-clearance form that specifically asks applicants or employees renewing their clearance whether they have ever received treatment for mental-health issues. Here is DOD on Security Clearance Question 21. What is the State Department doing with Q21?

Walter Reed Strives to Remove
Stigma from Mental Health Care

Military Works to Eliminate Perceived Mental Health Treatment Stigma

Leaders Should Step Up, Receive Mental Health Care if Needed

DoD Changes Question to
Encourage Troops to Ask for Help

Gates Announces Change to
Security Clearance Question 21

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