Social Security Disability Listings

Mental Disorders (Listing 12.00)

How Social Security evaluates mental disorders under Listing 12.00, including the paragraph B and C criteria.

This guide explains the listing criteria, evidence, and practical issues that can affect how Social Security evaluates this impairment.

Listings are considered at Step 3. If a condition does not meet a listing, SSA assesses your residual functional capacity and work ability at Steps 4 and 5. Learn how the five-step process works, review the Grid Rules, and see the denial FAQ for next steps.