Matt Allen , 16 , has 10 brothers and sisters who look out for him . They love him deeply but he 's severe and He has adaptive skills , and he shows substantial cognitive understanding and can make simple logical connections . ` ` strains every relationship in the home '' They also say he has given them gifts of empathy , flexibility and patience . The Allens hope that when Matt grows up he can work and enjoy leisure in safety .
Matt Allen , 16 , has 10 brothers and sisters who look out for him . They love him deeply but he 's severe and ` ` strains every relationship in the home '' They also say he has given them gifts of empathy , flexibility and patience . The Allens hope that when Matt grows up he can work and enjoy leisure in safety .