### Question
How is the "mental health screening and treatment services" defined?


### Answer
The term **mental health screening and treatment services** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 3032h* as follows -

> patient screening, diagnostic services, care planning and oversight, therapeutic interventions, and referrals, that are—


(A) provided pursuant to evidence-based intervention and treatment protocols (to the extent such protocols are available) for mental disorders prevalent in older individuals

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3032h*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-PROGRAMS FOR OLDER AMERICANS > SUBCHAPTER IV-ACTIVITIES FOR HEALTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND LONGEVITY > Part A-Grant Programs**

