Thanks so much for sharing, unlived and MuddyBoots! It's certainly interesting (kinda odd, I guess) how there are such differences. I wonder if one's mood state when taking it again plays a part. I've also had cases of different reactions with other meds a second or third time. Also, some meds were great for months or even years, then suddenly turned south. Geodon was an example. Seemed no-side effect, then four years later I developed the worst akathisia in my life. Geodon was the culprit.

@MuddyBoots, my guess is that my new psychiatrist sees Abilify as a "friendlier" antipsychotic than Seroquel. I suppose it can be, but I think like most of them it varies by person how well it works and the side effects. I am concerned about Seroquel eventually causing diabetes 2. I am pre-diabetic now, and though I know my diet should be improved, it certainly isn't any worse than many people who aren't diabetic or pre-diabetic. I am overweight and getting more so. I'm sure Seroquel plays a part, though many in my family have/had more weight gain than me without any weight unfriendly medications. My cholesterol and triglycerides are only in normal range because I take medications for them. Without, I'd worry they'd skyrocket again. Anyway, I think some docs just have favorite meds to prescribe.