Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Benefits in Texas 2025

To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) with ADHD, your condition must:

• Be medically documented and expected to last at least 12 months or result in death.
• Cause marked and severe functional limitations that prevent you from doing substantial gainful activity (SGA) or adjusting to other work.
• For SSI, meet strict income and resource limits.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a 5-step process to decide eligibility, including checking if your ADHD is listed in the Blue Book or if it limits your ability to work[1][2][5][6][7].

In Texas, eligibility for disability benefits is determined by federal rules, but state agencies like Texas Disability Determination Services (DDS) handle the review process. ADHD is not automatically listed in the SSA Blue Book, but if it causes severe limitations in daily activities and work, you may still qualify. Texas residents can also apply for Medicaid waivers and ABLE accounts for additional support. The process is the same for adults and children, but children’s eligibility considers household income and resources[1][2][5][4].

• Gather medical records showing ADHD diagnosis and how it limits your life.
• Check if your income and resources meet SSI/SSDI limits.
• Apply online at SSA.gov or visit a local Social Security office.
• Texas residents can also contact Texas DDS for help with the application process.
• Consider applying for Medicaid waivers and ABLE accounts for extra support[1][2][4].

• Step 1: Get a diagnosis and detailed medical records from a doctor or specialist. These should show how ADHD affects your ability to work and daily life.
• Step 2: Review SSI/SSDI eligibility. For SSI, your income and resources must be below federal limits. For SSDI, you need enough work credits.
• Step 3: Complete the online application at SSA.gov or call 1-800-772-1213 to apply by phone or schedule an in-person appointment.
• Step 4: Texas DDS will review your case. They may ask for more medical evidence or schedule a consultative exam.
• Step 5: If approved, you may also apply for Medicaid waivers and Texas ABLE accounts for extra help.
• Step 6: Report any changes in income, resources, or medical status to avoid overpayments[1][2][4][6][7].

• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Monthly payments for disabled workers who have paid Social Security taxes.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI): Needs-based payments for people with limited income and resources.
• Medicare: Health coverage for SSDI recipients after 24 months.
• Medicaid: Health coverage for SSI recipients and some SSDI recipients with low income.
• ABLE Accounts: Tax-advantaged savings accounts for disability-related expenses[1][2][5][8].

• Texas Medicaid Waivers: Programs like the Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) waiver provide home and community-based services for Texans with disabilities, including ADHD if it meets eligibility criteria.
• Texas ABLE Program: Allows Texans with disabilities to save up to $18,000 per year for qualified disability expenses without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. Eligibility requires a qualifying disability before age 26 and Texas residency.
• Texas Disability Determination Services (DDS): Reviews disability claims and works with SSA to determine eligibility for federal benefits.
• Texas Workforce Commission: Offers vocational rehabilitation and employment support for people with disabilities[1][2][4].

• Texas ABLE accounts let you save up to $18,000 per year for qualified disability expenses.
• Funds can be used for education, housing, transportation, health, and more.
• You must have a qualifying disability before age 26 and be a Texas resident.
• ABLE accounts do not affect SSI or Medicaid eligibility if managed properly[4].

• SSI: $967/month for individuals, $1,450/month for couples in 2025.
• SSDI: No strict income limit, but you cannot earn more than $1,620/month (non-blind) or $2,700/month (blind) from work.
• ABLE: No income limit, but annual contributions are capped at $18,000.
• Medicaid: Income and resource limits vary by program[2][5][8].

• Report any changes in income, resources, or medical status to SSA or Texas DDS to avoid overpayments.
• Overpayments can result in repayment demands or benefit suspension.
• Use the SSA online portal or call your local office to report changes.
• Texas residents can also contact Texas DDS for help with reporting[1][2][6].

• Texas Disability Determination Services
  Phone: 1-800-252-9240

  Website

  For help with disability claims and eligibility.
• Social Security Administration
  Phone: 1-800-772-1213

  TTY: 1-800-325-0778

  Website

  For federal disability benefits and questions.

• Can ADHD qualify for disability benefits in Texas?

  Yes, ADHD can qualify for SSI or SSDI if it causes marked and severe functional limitations that prevent you from working. You must provide medical evidence and meet federal eligibility criteria[1][2][5].

• How do I apply for ADHD disability benefits in Texas?

  Gather medical records, check eligibility, and apply online at SSA.gov or at a local Social Security office. Texas DDS will review your case and may request more information[1][2][6].

• What is the income limit for SSI with ADHD in Texas?

  In 2025, the SSI income limit is $967/month for individuals and $1,450/month for couples. Household income and resources are also considered for children[2][5].

• Can I work while receiving ADHD disability benefits in Texas?

  Yes, you can work, but your earnings must be below the SGA limit: $1,620/month for non-blind individuals and $2,700/month for blind individuals in 2025[2][5].

• What are Texas ABLE accounts for ADHD?

  Texas ABLE accounts let Texans with ADHD save up to $18,000/year for disability-related expenses without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. You must have a qualifying disability before age 26[4].

• Are there Medicaid waivers for ADHD in Texas?

  Yes, Texas offers Medicaid waivers like CLASS for people with disabilities, including ADHD if it meets eligibility criteria. These waivers provide home and community-based services[1][2].