Developmental and Learning Disabilities

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.

Can an Adult With ADHD Get Social Security Disability?

Adults can sometimes qualify for Social Security Disability benefits based on adult attention deficit disorder.

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 SSI for a Child's Sensory Integration Disorder

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

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.

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.

Social Security Disability Benefits & Low IQ

Disability applicants with a combination of low IQ and functional impairments can qualify for disability benefits.

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.

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.

Can I Get Disability Benefits for My Dyslexia?

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

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.

Getting SSI for Premature Babies or Infants With Low Birth Weight

Preemies and infants with low birth weight or other developmental problems are often eligible for SSI disability payments for their first year of life.

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.

Getting Disability for Turner Syndrome and Related Problems

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