Listing-level analysis for adult and childhood disability claims — Blue Book criteria, CAL eligibility, all 6 child functional domains, and attorney lead capture.
SSA uses six developmental domains. To qualify, the child needs marked limitation in 2 domains OR extreme limitation in 1 domain (functional equivalence). Even without a direct listing match, meeting this domain standard qualifies for SSI.
| Domain (rate the child's limitation) | None | Mild | Mod | Marked | Extreme |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Acquiring & Using Information Learning, reading, writing, math, following instructions |
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| 2. Attending & Completing Tasks Focus, staying on task, completing activities |
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| 3. Interacting & Relating with Others Communication, getting along, making friends |
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| 4. Moving About & Manipulating Objects Gross/fine motor, mobility, using hands |
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| 5. Caring for Yourself Self-care, hygiene, feeding, age-appropriate independence |
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| 6. Health & Physical Well-Being Physical symptoms, fatigue, pain, medical fragility |