seriously mentally ill
Defined in 2 places — 1 distinct definitions of the United States Code.
The term “seriously mentally ill” means having a severe and persistent mental or emotional impairment that seriously limits a person's ability to live independently.
Same definition in 2 sections
- 1994–present42 U.S.C. § 11392The Public Health and Welfare · Definitions · for purposes of this part
- 1994–present42 U.S.C. § 11403GThe Public Health and Welfare · Definitions · for purposes of this part