Originally Posted by
Tennessee Top
Suicide has been a major problem in the military for a long time and taken extremely seriously. The quickest way off Parris Island, no questions asked, is to even hint at wanting to hurt yourself. Because of that, I'm sure recruiters have hard and strict guidelines on the subject (like...don't even touch it).
Obviously, in order to serve, this part of your history cannot be brought up to a recruiter ever again. I'm sure the question regarding suicidal thoughts/threats/gestures will have to be answered on some medical questionnaire at MEPS (because of its significance). At that time, you will have to decide which is more important, maintaining your integrity/morality, or willingly fraudulently enlisting - and living with that answer.
Once at bootcamp, there will be a "moment of truth" where you will be given one last chance to come clean about your past. After that, those found guilty of fraudulent enlistment are given an administrative discharge and sent back home (that's the paperwork josephd mentioned).
The decision is yours. I personally cannot offer any advice because I never faced this situation. I will add however, integrity (doing the right thing even when nobody is watching) is one of our 14 leadership traits. Good luck.