I suffer from combat related PTSD and was switched to Abilify from Risperidone back in September. Initially I liked the Abilify. For once, when I dieted, I actually lost weight! (40 lbs. since October) but the restlessness and suicidal thoughts were too much and out weighed the other benefits I was getting.

2 days ago I saw my Pshrink and he immeadiatly stopped the Abilify and started me on Geodon. Jury is still out on the Geodon as it has only been a few days. But I already feel less restless.

BTW - My Pshrink is an advocate for Medical Marijuana use. He tells me to continue to use it to manage side effects, regain libido and to control the anxiety etc. I just wish I was in an MM state!