Hello! I was on Abilify in addition to my antidepressant from 2002 (approximately) to 2011. it was a lifesaver for me. The other antipsychotic drugs took away my personality and caused me many problems, but with Abilify I was able to remain more stable without having a flat face. I recently got off of it because I didn't feel I needed it anymore. I've been off for 7 months or so. When I got off of it, I realized I was smarter, so I guess in retrospect that the Abilify dulled my cognition. Also when I got off of it, I lost about 10 pounds in water weight. But for a long time it was well worth it, and my lifesaver. I started at 20 mg and ended with 30 mg; then weaned myself off very slowly throughout 2011. In my opinion, it is not perfect, but if one really needs a stabilizer or add-on it is the best one currently available. I have heard negative stories, but it was great for me. Good luck!