### Question
How does SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION define substance abuse?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 290cc*, **substance abuse** is defined as:

> the abuse of alcohol or other drugs

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 290cc*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III&ndash;A-SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION > Part C-Projects for Assistance in Transition From Homelessness**

