### Question
How is the "eligible child" defined?


### Answer
The term **eligible child** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 280h* as follows -

> a child from birth to not more than 12 years of age who—


(A) is at risk for, shows early signs of, or has been diagnosed with a mental illness, including a serious emotional disturbance

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 280h*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part Q-Programs To Improve the Health of Children**

