Outpatient phase III emphasizes social adjustment and community interaction.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not specified
• D. Only in Phase I

Answer: (A)

Outpatient phase III centers on applying recovery to real-world living. At this stage, the goal shifts from basic skills to social adjustment, independent living, and active participation in the community, including work, school, transportation, and social activities. This focus on reintegration into everyday life is why the statement is true. It isn’t limited to Phase I (which is more about acute stabilization and initial functional gains), nor is it unspecified or false—the emphasis on community interaction and social functioning is a defining feature of Phase III in many rehabilitation models.