Panic Attacks Support Group

A panic attack is a period of intense fear or discomfort, typically with an abrupt onset and usually lasting no more than thirty minutes. Symptoms include trembling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, nausea, dizziness, hyperventilation, and sensations of choking or smothering. Panic attacks can be very sudden, appear to be unprovoked, and are often...

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belle 08/28/2013

I started taking Abilify a few months ago and it helps with my depression and I can function but it gives me sort of a mania. I can't sleep or sit still. I may average 2-3 hrs a night and I just pace the floors. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I can do to relax myself enough to fall asleep?

LuckyEmpath 08/28/2013

Hi. I have not taken abilify but that side effect sounds awful. Have you talked to your Dr about a different med? There are so many out there now that i think its a shame you are continuing to take one with this side effect.

Take care.

harry3333 08/29/2013

its a newer atypical antipsychotic, if its helping try lowering the dose, I prefer benzos and Prozac for your problems

deleted_user 09/26/2013

I took abilify, with little effect personally. I did sleep more on it (but we have different chemistry and what not, I'm sure). I suggest meditation, vitamins, and increasing exercise if you are restless.

Always consult your doctor about doseage and side effects. But I'm sure you know that.

For me, when a med makes me jumpy or restless, I try to walk more, chew gum, and find activities to lower my energy level.

deleted_user 09/26/2013

Sometimes, if you can take the meds at a different time of day, it helps. I always took my meds at night cause they made me drowsy. Maybe you need to take yours earlier in the day?

PS they also sell candles and teas made to encourage sleeping. I have also heard that lightening can affect how your body prepares for sleep.

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