### Question
What is the definition of substance abuse?


### Answer
The definition of **substance abuse** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 300y*:

> the abuse of alcohol or other drugs

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300y*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER XVII-BLOCK GRANTS > Part C-Certain Programs Regarding Substance Abuse > subpart i-expansion of capacity for providing treatment**

