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If the child is under the age of 13 there is no benefit for indicating they are disabled.

 

This is the IRS definition of permanently and totally disabled -

 

Permanently and totally disabled. Your child is permanently and totally disabled if both of the following apply.
• Your child can't engage in any substantial gainful activity because of a physical or mental condition.
• A doctor determines the condition has lasted or can be expected to last continuously for at least a year or can lead to death.