Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close Lesson Plan

How does this section further illuminate Oskar's mental health and possible developmental condition? Why do you think Foer does not give Oskar a specific label?

Foer depicts Oskar as a character that is dealing with two interconnected issues: massive grief and anxiety caused by his father's death and perhaps a disability that causes hyperactivity and social challenges. Though these elements of Oskar's character are introduced in the first section, they are further developed here. As Oskar begins his journey, he encounters a number of things that make him anxious, including bridges, tall buildings, public transportation, open spaces, and talking to people. Some of these...