"i have had it all basically. had a manic episode in 2009, and then a repeat in 2011, but not as severe. i was okay before that had had no problems with anything maybe a little anxiety. now that i am older and on my own most days i&#039;ve had some pretty rocky months, and i was concerned and a bit frightened that the depression would rip me up. i was hesitant to try it because i take ativan during the day. my doctor suggested abilify. i have bipolar as well and can&#039;t take any antidepressants. he told me to start with a quarter for a week, and really thought it wouldn&#039;t work. it was a miracle. i then started taking 2mg at night and have been noticing i&#039;ve been waking up earlier. doing things that i would hold off till 3pm. wonderful."