DTC for Mental Health & ADHD
Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD & More
Mental health conditions are among the most common qualifying conditions for the Disability Tax Credit. If your condition markedly restricts your ability to perform mental functions necessary for everyday life, you may be eligible.
What CRA Looks For
- Marked restriction in mental functions necessary for everyday life
- Inability to perform activities of daily living without taking an inordinate amount of time
- Need for supervision or assistance with daily tasks due to mental health symptoms
- Condition must be prolonged (lasting at least 12 months)
- Impact on adaptive functioning, not just diagnosis
Examples of Qualifying Situations
Major depressive disorder that significantly impairs concentration, memory, and daily functioning
ADHD (in children or adults) that markedly restricts the ability to manage daily tasks, schoolwork, or employment
Generalized anxiety disorder that prevents normal social functioning and daily activities
Bipolar disorder with episodes that significantly disrupt daily life management
PTSD that causes severe avoidance behaviors and inability to function in daily situations
Schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder affecting perception, thought, and daily functioning
Why Applications Get Denied
- T2201 form focuses on diagnosis rather than functional impact
- Medical practitioner uses clinical language instead of CRA-aligned functional descriptions
- Form does not adequately describe how the condition affects daily activities
- Insufficient detail about the duration and severity of restrictions
- Condition described as episodic without explaining cumulative impact
How We Help
- We coordinate with your medical practitioner to work to ensure the T2201 uses CRA-aligned functional impact language
- We help translate clinical assessments into the specific language CRA evaluators look for
- Our Nurse Practitioner network can provide additional clinical support when needed
- We review every application for completeness and accuracy before submission
- If previously denied, we analyze the gaps and prepare a stronger resubmission or objection