### Question
How is the term substance abuse defined?


### Answer
The term **substance abuse** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 290bb* as the following:

> the abuse of alcohol or other drugs

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 290bb*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III&ndash;A-SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION > Part B-Centers and Programs > subpart 2-center for substance abuse prevention**

