Trying to answer a question on if my dependent child is disabled. Does Down syndrome count as disabled for tax purposes?

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February 10, 2021
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If the child is under the age of 19, there is no tax benefit for indicating the child is disabled.

Here is the IRS definition for being permanently and totally disabled -

Permanently and totally disabled. Your child is permanently and totally disabled if both of the following apply.
• He or she 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.