I’ve been pretty much unmedicated for the past 7 years of my diagnosis. I’d get into a manic episode, be hospitalized against my will, and promise to get on meds. Longest I lasted taking meds after I got a discharge (I’ve been hospitalized against my will like 5 times, mainly due to my family seeing I was completely incoherent.) For years I rationalized that the side effects of meds were worse than the disease. As in I’m terrified of developing tardive dyskinesia/limb movement issues. I thought through lifestyle changes and diet I could eventually beat this, but I’ve been seriously brought to my knees by this disorder and I see now I have no choice but to get on meds and stay with them. I’m on Abilify now since Monday and I’m actually feeling good although obviously it is still very early. How have you guys found Abilify? Also anyone have the ability to build muscle or lose weight in the gym while on it? I don’t want to lose all the health gains I’ve made in the fitness department so any uplifting stories of fitness achievements while on meds would be great..Any thoughts would be appreciated.