Children's Mental Conditions That Qualify for Disability

Getting Disability Benefits (SSDI and SSI) for Autism

A disability applicant with a diagnosis of autism and limitations in communication or social functioning may be eligible for disability benefits.

Social Security Disability Benefits for Asperger's Syndrome

Applicants whose Asperger's syndrome is severely limiting can get disability benefits.

Getting Disability for a Child With Learning Disability

A child's learning disability must be severe and well documented to qualify for SSI disability benefits.

Children With ADHD or ADD: How to Get SSI Disability Benefits

To be eligible for SSI benefits based on ADHD or ADD, a child must have severe limitations that meet strict criteria. A diagnosis by itself isn't enough.

Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) and Disability Benefits

Parents of children with PDD-NOS usually have a more difficult time getting benefits than parents of children with autism.

Does Borderline Intellectual Functioning Qualify Someone for Disability Benefits?

Disability applicants with IQs between 71 and 84 can qualify for disability benefits, especially if they have other impairments.

SSI Disability Benefits for a Child With Intellectual Disorder or Low IQ

Children with intellectual disorder, low IQ, or mental retardation can qualify for SSI disability benefits if their intellectual functioning is so limited that it severely affects their life.

Getting SSI Disability for Auditory Processing Disorder for a Child

Children with auditory processing disorder (APD) that's severe enough to hurt communication may be able to qualify for SSI.

Getting SSI for a Child's Sensory Integration Disorder

Only when SID is quite severe can a child get SSI disability benefits.

Can I Get Disability Benefits for My Dyslexia?

Dyslexia alone usually won't qualify for benefits, unless it's accompanied by another disorder.

Disability and Down Syndrome: Filing for Social Security Benefits

Learn what evidence you need to establish disability for non-mosaic and mosaic Down syndrome.

Getting Disability for Turner Syndrome and Related Problems

Disability benefits are available for those whose Turner Syndrome causes severe limitations.

Getting Disability for Triple X Syndrome (Trisomy X)

Disability benefits may be available for Trisomy X, or triple X syndrome, for those with severe mental or physical symptoms.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): Are Disability Benefits Available?

Children or teenagers with severe hostility, lack of impulse control, and impaired social functioning may qualify for SSI benefits.

Getting Disability for Antisocial Personality Disorder in a Child, Teen, or Adult

It's uncommon but not impossible to get Social Security disability benefits for antisocial personality disorder.

Can I Get SSI Disability for My Child's Depression?

Children with severe depression who come from low-income families might qualify for SSI disability benefits.

Does a Child's Anxiety Qualify for Disability Benefits?

Children with anxiety severe enough to significantly disrupt their daily life can qualify for SSI disability benefits.

SSI Disability Benefits for Children and Teenagers With Anorexia or Other Eating Disorders

Teenagers and children who have serious eating disorders that are causing functional limitations may qualify for SSI.

Getting Social Security Disability for Tourette Syndrome

If Tourette’s causes severe limitations or disruptions in the ability to interact socially, follow instructions, or concentrate on tasks, disability benefits may be available.

Can Children With Cerebral Palsy Get SSI Benefits?

Children with cerebral palsy can get SSI benefits if they have severe motor problems.

Can a Child Get SSI Disability for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS)?

Whether a child can get disability benefits for FAS depends on the severity of the symptoms.