### Question
How does the law define mental health benefits?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 300gg*, **mental health benefits** is defined as:

> benefits with respect to mental health services, as defined under the terms of the plan or coverage (as the case may be), but does not include benefits with respect to treatment of substance abuse or chemical dependency

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300gg*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER XXV-REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE > Part A-Group Market Reforms > subpart 2-other requirements**

