Ordinary People - Essay Exam Conrad Jarrett attempts suicide, taunted by guilt following the death of his older brother, Buck, in a sailing accident. Fresh out of a mental hospital, Conrad is about to resume his average, everyday life. However, his world is still depressing and dull. As time passes throughout the novel, Conrad developes back into his content and happy self with help along the way from other characters. Mr. Berger is the quirky, charismatic, clever, psychologist that helps Conrad improve. In the beginning when two first met, Conrad didn't really know what to expect out of Berger. Berger really helps Conrad understand that “the boating accident was not his fault, and that things happen for a reason.” Another thing that Berger
