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| Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
| Obssessive Compulsive Disorder | Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a chronic, relapsing illness. People who have it suffer from recurrent and unwanted thoughts or rituals. The obsessions and the need to perform rituals can take over a person's life if left untreated. They feel they cannot control these thoughts or rituals. |
| Ombuds | An independent person who is responsible for helping consumers with complaints, grievances, appeals and fair hearings. |
| Outcomes | The results of a specific health care service or benefit package. |
| Outcomes Measure | A tool to assess the impact of health services in terms of improved quality and/or longevity of life and functioning. |
| Outcomes Research | Studies that measure the effects of care or services. |
| Outpatient | Services that are provided to a person while they are not admitted to a mental health facility. |
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