my current shrink tells me that lamictal is a "true mood stabilizer," in that it deals with both ends of the spectrum and reduces agitation. I'm on 200mgs, which is apparently a good dose for me, with the Abilify on board.

I noticed some increase in energy levels while increasing the dose, then...nothing. 100mgs x2 daily, and I'm remarkably...gasp...stable, nothing too "crazy" to report, LOL.

my former shrink said he'd go up to 600mgs/daily in some people. ugh. i cannot imagine. still, probably easier to tolerate and less toxic than lithium...