### Question
How is the term mental health benefits defined?


### Answer
The term **mental health benefits** is defined in *29 U.S.C. § 1185a* as the following:

> 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:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1185a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 7-group health plan requirements > Subpart B-Other Requirements**

