My Experience with Abilify 4mg | Abilify Side Effects

[@dons.9842]

We recently added 2 mg. of Abilify to deal with an ongoing Apathy issue. This is along with Wellbutrin I take for MDD. The Abilify has been nothing short of a miracle for me. I have since joined a gym, and go regularly. I have restarted my hobby of photography. I am getting done all types of projects I had on the back burner for the longest time. So far zero side effects, and, simply, an overall feeling of well being.

[@BriZamora]

How have you been lately? I have been on Wellbutrin and now adding 2mg of Abilify. The Wellbutrin helped get me out of a deep funk i was stuck in, but i still couldn't seem to get over that hill where i finally do the things i want to do, but also feeling like i REALLY don't want to start them at all. My Doctor said he feels good about this addition. Mixing drugs makes me nervous and id like to know what im in for. ...Also, just in general, how's your day going? : )

[@dons.9842]

@@BriZamora We had increased the Abilify to 5mg. which, for me, was a mistake. I experienced extreme fatigue to the point that we went back to 2 mg. While I am much better with the combination, my apathy issue has returned to the point I have to again force myself to do things I loved. If you keep the dosage of Abilify low, the side effects are minimal, and it should help. Good luck on this journey.

[@BriZamora]

@@dons.9842 Thanks for letting me know. I hope everything works out again for you. I feel like im in the same boat, so im rooting for you too!

[@MorganaHisBeloved]

Effin love Wellbutrin! I hate that it's $1000 tho can't take it no more 🤣🤣

[@yannickvermaelen2077]

That's what they call addicted to drugs.. abilify = DRUGS you better of smoking cannabis or taking cbd .. legal drugs are also drugs ! Did you read the pamflett.? I do never will I take that poison .. I have good results with a very low dose of diazepam ( 2mg / 4mg & cbd )

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Hey all! I recently got an Instagram account and am going to start posting short videos and whatnot there. Go follow my new IG: instagram.com/sarahrocksdale/

[@UnicornUniverse333]

Oh and as an individual who was trapped in that darkness you described at the end that's impossible to get out of, I've been trapped there over 5 years. If you make video that shows the struggle or reality more it would be huge resonance for the strugglers like me. I also have been recording videos of my healing journey, I haven't had the strength to watch them back yet. I want to start a channel if I'm able to. You're very brave to share your journey and it's undoubtedly helping many

[@ericachustz3489]

I’m a psych PA and prescribe abilify often. All second generation antipsychotics can cause weight gain but abilfy and Latuda cause the least. Seroquel and zyprexa cause way more. The good thing is you’ve seen improvement on really low dose (max dose of abilfy is 30mg) and it’s helped you. Many people use second gen antipsychotics at low dose to make SSRIs (like zoloft) more effective, and can also help with mood swings, anger, and irritability. Glad you’re seeing benefit from the med combo you’re on!

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@yeahright6021]

Do you think it could help me with my OCD? I’m having intrusive thoughts that are taken up most of my day 😔

[@andrewsines6013]

Yeah I am on 400 seroquil and 10 of abilfy starting this week and I am watching close

[@isDZ1]

doc pls help me. i am on escitalopram and quetiapine. but my doctor add aripiprazole(abilify) to it. but ive not started taking it yet because im scared. whats ur opinion ? pls help. im scared to try abilify .

[@isDZ1]

@@andrewsines6013 how is it going for you ? does abilify work for u?

[@BJJ_Richie]

Thank god your doing better , I’ve been on Zoloft for 9 months now, 150’mg . And have been in therapy consistently for all of the 9’months , sessions every single week . I am happy to report although im dependent on the medicine I am starting to see it’s not only the medication that’s helping me a lone , it’s the therapy, and working at my life every single day , one day at a time , there’s days that I don’t feel on that high , and just blue for no reason , I tell myself , “this will pass” and it does. Yesterday me and my wife were married 22’years, and tomorrow 6/18 is my birthday. And of course Father’s Day on Sunday. I haven’t stopped trainng MMA , lifting weights , just being myself . Hang in there it’s ok to be not ok , life lies somewhere between accepting where we’re at in life and going to where we want to be. That small space to live , although Hard to find is Just “being” ……… good to see you on the airwaves again 🙏

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you so much for your encouragement and for sharing! And Happy Birthday!!! 🙆🏻‍♀️🎉❤️🙌🏼

[@BJJ_Richie]

@@_SarahElizabeth thanks so much 🙏 looking forward towards more of your stories

[@shawnsimmons6281]

The idea of filming a video while you're down is a thumbs 👍 up for me.

[@_SarahElizabeth]

You got it! =D

[@shawnsimmons6281]

@@_SarahElizabeth "Hell" yeah 🤣

[@raharadn5630]

You really helped me I am taking zoloft for almost 5 weeks I'm 16 and I was really worried And I am just going through so much And I was giving up but seeing your videos It helped me feel better about my medication Thanks for everything :)💚

[@rosee9252]

I tried lexapro and I went insane….Then they told me I could be bipolar and gave me ability but I’m afraid to try it

[@user-co3is6cw4j]

How are you today

[@raharadn5630]

@@user-co3is6cw4j didn't help me just made it worse

[@elizabethwonders]

Big kudos to you! ❤️ Thank you for being real! Thank you for sharing!! Abilify is really a game changer! Embrace your feelings and let go! Be kind to yourself! ❤️❤️❤️

[@shawnsimmons6281]

My favorite notification on KZbin just came through because I was worried about you.

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. ;)

[@shawnsimmons6281]

@@_SarahElizabeth no thanks necessary but you're welcome.

[@littlelighthouse89]

I was worried too. I wish I could give you a big hug, Sarah. You are awesome and we want to see you well ❤️

[@ramezanikebrya]

I'm glad that you are feeling good with this. You did a great job getting your degree while you went through these challenges. Fingers crossed ❤️

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you!!

[@jatinsharma5024]

​​​@@_SarahElizabeth Hi Ms. I have taken 10 mg of Aripiprazole on the first day in the evening and It feels like I am sweating more and cold like symptoms in my nose. It is partially blocked. Did you have any of these symptoms? What was the maximum dose ? Which you took

[@sarahmitchell558]

I have taken 10 mg daily for BPD and have not noticed any side effects other than fatigue. I do have an exercise compulsion (part of ocd and an eating disorder, all things that also negatively impact me of course so weight gain should not be assumed a bad thing). I’m disappointed though that it hasn’t helped with my symptoms. You’re right about having to try something new! I will probably have to just surrender to psychotherapy. DBT has been the most helpful thing for me personally.

[@Cloudybubbless]

Any updates on ability? And with bpd?

[@PraveenSrJ01]

I’m really really sorry that you lost your mom this past March and I wish you all the best. My mom isn’t doing very well either and I really hope she will be okay ✅.

[@buzzcutbiene2211]

I am so sorry to hear about your loss :(

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you ❤️

[@davefischer2344]

I was also on Abilify as well, I personally didn't like it, exercise helped me a lot. Dieting helped me, and I've had a lot of help with Lexapro, as did therapy =) Glad to see you smiling and feeling good lovely

[@MaissumSyd]

I've been using abilify lately and I've noticed my appetite has increased but my weight gain has been low, maybe it's just my metabolism. Hopefully things keep getting better for everyone in this comment section, no one should have to deal with suicidal thoughts, they are just downright terrible.

[@amandaplunkett4206]

I was terrified to try it. I have been on lexapro and wellbutrin but symptoms were not controlled like they should have been. My doctor added 2.5 mg to my current meds and it’s made a world of difference. I asked myself now is this what normal supposed to feel like. Thank you for this video. Take care.

[@qzbnyv]

Film that video of when you’re really down, if you’re up to it :) It might help people relate to you and your process of seeking / going through treatment (in a way that they wouldn’t be able to connect with viewing videos filmed at your better times). And help nudge them away from any incorrect beliefs they have about medication being “happy pills” that always keep you up.

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you! That’s a good point! 🙌🏼❤️

[@rr7firefly]

Eating poorly (sometimes called stress eating) and not exercising -- those would be two MAIN reasons for gaining 10 pounds.

[@sataniclivesmatter]

Welcome back hope you feel better.

[@catcherad5444]

Yeah, I’m thinking about doing 2 mg. My story is just anxiety/panic. I work in a very high stress environment. It’s nothing I can change at this time. I started taking medication when my wife died years ago. I noticed the medication that I’m on aren’t helping as much things have gotten so bad work wise and financially, I’m just kind of overwhelmed! My doctor prescribed it, but I didn’t take it. He said keep it just in case you need to, so I’m gonna try. Thanks for your feedback and I wish you well too! Take care.!!

[@UnicornUniverse333]

I just found your channel, I was just prescribed abilify by a doctor, don't know if I want to, I'm also recovering from severe fatigue and im afraid of being any sleepier than I always am. I'm so sorry for your loss, I can't imagine how hard to navigate, you deserve to be proud of yourself

[@mjmmclennan]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I really liked your honesty and candidness as well. I have a relatable story as to why I am watching your video. Lost my Mom my senior year of pursuing my bachelors degree. Was on Remeron then and immediately decided to up my dosage from 15mg to 30mg due to the grief/ depression. Unfortunately I didn’t realize that the medication was making me suicidal and highly anxious 😥. Got off of it did TMS for the second time which helped but still some remaining depression post grad. It’s also worth noting I have MDD and likely treatment resistant depression. Me and my psychiatrist are exploring Abilify at 2mg as a stand alone option to see if it helps improve mood.

[@terrivelazquez4974]

How has the stand alone abilify been working for you? I just started it a few days ago and I’m interested to hear how it’s worked, most people’s experience includes it in combination with something else.

[@ahmedalkibaida8184]

I'm glad that you graduated that's wonder ❤️ love you Sarah ❤️❤️

[@_SarahElizabeth]

TY!!!

[@CashewsClayy]

My condolences on losing your mom 🙏

[@nicolaecusnir585]

Glad you’re back! Don’t know if you’ve heard of ketamine but it’s a cool new treatment that’s effective for a majority of patients. I’ll be going in for my infusions soon, hoping it helps

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you so much! And that’s interesting! I’ll look into it. Thanks again! 🥰

[@UnicornUniverse333]

I had infusions too! I had mixed feelings, the clinic really was there to make money more than have therapy or good follow up with patients. Then I had ketamine troches at home and really those allowed me to become my own therapist, communicate with my subconscious, healing self dialogue that I couldn't do otherwise. Then the provider abandoned me and I still haven't figured out where to go. I'm disabled and audhd and recovering from 5 years of chronic fatigue syndrome, it's been hell. Thankfully I have acupressure mats, those healed me not the doctors! It's so hard to be chronically ill in multiple ways, mentally emotionally spiritually physically, I hope we all heal!

[@TDRrobertTDR]

good morning. Thank you for making this video. I am curious if your IUD contains hormones and if you discussed the possibility of the hormones affecting your mood as well? Thank you so much for sharing

[@Dr.JudeAEMasonMD]

Yes!! Progesterone makes you want to eat and cry. I’m only slightly exaggerating.

[@rustynails68]

I wanted to try abilify. My doc preferred the similar but newer Rexulti. It is probably better if you have an extra $500/month for a pretty good medicine. Zoloft is the best SSRI but when I got to 100, I couldn’t find any words and I had gastric anomalies. Your videos are very pleasant.

[@noahtownshend4540]

Abilify is 270 something dollars at Kroger and 17 at Walmart and 12 at food City

[@ellenorwood3757]

Thank you for your story. Hang in there. Take good care.

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you!

[@runningrabbit11]

My friend really suffered under Abilify. She did not have a good experience.

[@RideTheSkies]

I've taken 200mg wellbutrin and seroquel for a bit but it quit working. Now I'm taking 100mg and 2 mg ability + 100mg trazodone. I don't care what my psychs says, after 2 weeks of trazodone... I felt groggy all day and it makes me feel drunk when I have to use the bathroom or anything. abilify has helped some since stopping that.

[@yeahright6021]

Im on fluoxetine 60mg for depression and OCD. Been on it for 3 months without any luck. Anyone on this as an augmentation for depression/OCD? Would very much appreciate an answer, much love ✌️

[@ICEethruU]

Enjoying your videos, and I love your eyes, I see kindness in them. Anyways, I got put on 2 mg abilify before bedtime. I am noticing fatigue during the day though. Besides that, though, i do notice the mood change for the better, although today i was highly irritable. The dark cloud of depression seems to have shrunk, so i am appreciating that!

[@jakewikander8349]

Thank you for sharing!

[@MortisSwe]

I took these, at 10mg first, then 5mg, then i stopped because i got severe anxiety attacks, shaking hands etc.

[@roymicheal4418]

Am glad ur back, and hope u keep feeling better. Love you Sarah ❤️

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you so much!

[@emilyveronicam]

Hope you're doing better. It's been 2 years since you made this video.

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Ty! I’m doing really well. Making an updated video on my current mental health/challenges/whatnot soon. ❤️❤️❤️

[@nenadcubric2663]

Any weight Gain like on Olanzapine, and can it be used for BPD, severe Resistant Depression with high Anxiety, Tension and Panic??

[@crystalsweeney9341]

I can't wait to try it

[@danielcamacho6123]

I lose. My.girlfriend 10/28/2020. I lost. My grand mom. And my. Dog. In about. To. Have. Mental. Health. Break down

[@heathledger6396]

Wow thank you for sharing

[@markquiz2478]

im on Zoloft and Abilify ..the side effects are starting to kick in

[@Sukishana]

Will you take this forever ? Suicidal thoughts dissapeared?

[@cloudryder3497]

Not Alone! ❤

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Thank you!

[@Moogatoo]

anyone get prescribed abilify for anxiety? I have been given 2mg after failing zoloft and lexapro. Those ssris just made anxiety worse.

[@Emilyc8416]

Hi Sarah. My doc suggested switching to Abilify and taking it in the morning due to the fact that the medicine I’m taking right now, which I take at night, is causing me excessive sleeping in the morning. So I just wanted to ask you if you take Abilify in the morning or at night, and if you have a normal sleep schedule on this medicine. Thank you!

[@finalfan91]

I was told to take it at night since my mental health is wrapped into how well i sleep.

[@Jaggerbush]

I started mine at 5mg and at that time I was on no medications at all 😢

[@user-ug3so2sf3q]

It makes me movie all day and have panic attacks

[@NatalieNicole2222]

Zoloft helped me the last months but now I am fat and I can't get rid of this weight. Its because of the metabolism, somehow I can't eat carbs anymore, but when I don't eat any carbs I am extremely exhausted (like on a keto diet)

[@terrivelazquez4974]

Hi I just wanted to say I can relate. Keto worked really well for me at one point but now when I try low carb I feel extremely exhausted but I’m struggling to lose weight too! Something a friend told me was to focus on protein and fiber, which is meats, vegetables, legumes and also aim for Whole Foods as the bulk of the meal. This way you eat less processed foods. She’s lost 50 lbs doing that and has energy, looks vibrant and feels great. So that’s what I’ll try now. Hope you’re already feeling better or that this helps you!

[@muzduza44]

Creator,hold us.

[@orphanblackops4608]

Have you ever taken a gene test for medications such as GeneSight?

[@_SarahElizabeth]

I haven’t. I’ll look into that! Thank you! ❤️

[@Eflodur]

I whish I could feel a feeling of lost when loosing parents but I think I would not miss somebidy.

[@hayleyprice8345]

Is ability an antipsychotic medication

[@kfcbr929rr]

Yes

[@charleslamb6500]

lol, I got Abilify years ago, made me hallucinate, leave body, made a video about it, think it made me leave body, weird stuff . . .

[@orphanblackops4608]

I’m doing TMS now. See if this works. Nothing else has.

[@user-co3is6cw4j]

How are you today

[@CareerDropout.]

Are you okay now ?

[@bigtangerine2469]

Same exact as what I got

[@keannagreen8794]

🙏🏾

[@shilaeusop4924]

Olanzapine not work for me..I'm going to start this medication tmrw hopefully it's works for me.. I'm praying for it hopefully I can function as before

[@Kometheus]

How'd it go

[@slimmyP510]

I've been on abilify for 2 days now & it makes me super sleepy along with Wellbutrin

[@user-co3is6cw4j]

And how are you now?

[@raharadn5630]

I love you so much ok? I'm so sorry for your lost And I hope you will feel really better And I know you will because you are one of the most strongest people I've ever seen in my life I luv you so much girl :>🤍🤍🤍

[@michaeljorden2457]

Omg get to it.

[@MikMCMXCVIII]

A poison i rather be schizo

[@ahmedalkibaida8184]

I feel like you got some sense of humor haha i mean why don't you make another channel for like telling us a funny stories that happened to you during the day or anything, imean sense you graduated i think you have much time to other things so

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Hehe thank you so much! I love your idea! ❤️❤️❤️

[@robertjoyce1344]

He needs to give u a higher dose of

[@azukarzuchastux8066]

John 3:16 King James Version 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

[@jessewilson1622]

Abilify made my hair fall out in chunks

[@melaniegerard2195]

I wish more people knew that birth control is toxic and that ladies didn't follow each other into foolish massive trends like riding vibrates 🧪and clammoring for other toxic objects to insert inside themselves like your IUD. Prayers to the ladies🌸Have some respect for self and think before sheeping.