Try right clicking on a .doc file and select "Open With". Be sure "always use the selected program to open this kind of file" is checked. This should associate the file type with program.
I'm not using OpenOffice. I use LibreOffice which branched from OpenOffice during a disagreement with Oracle on the future of the project. Depending on what you read LibreOffice is now better supported. I like the program. I had no problem opening .doc files by clicking on one and having LibreOffice open. PM me if you want to chat or need more info.
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