The Autism Society of America (ASA) is the subject of my latest article at Suite 101.  I had the opportunity to attend the 2007 ASA conference in Scottsdale, Arizona and was impressed by the breadth of the organization.  Topics of conversation ranged from the controversial (biomedical) to the historic (the age of refrigerator mothers).  I learned a lot and was uplifted listening to two autistic teenagers speak.  This year’s conference will be held in Orlando and I’m not yet sure if I will be able to attend.

I have also updated the Autism/Asperger’s Syndrome Blog at Suite 101.  This week’s topic is Autism and Melatonin and looks at a recent study released by Vanderbilt University attesting to the efficacy of melatonin use in assisting those with autism who also have sleep disorders.