Hi, I'm new but just wound my daughter off Abilify after 4 mos. She is 8, somewhat diagnosed with ODD and maybe somewhat Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). Adopted at birth, then we lost her Dad to cancer at 3.5. She is also sensory sensitive - was able to get her some hearing therapy that was wonderous for her fight/flight syndrome and is going to Occupational Therapist (OT). It's been hellish, but we've been eking out progress. It took me 4 yrs to be talked into drugs for her.
I don't think it did much for her and it's a heavy-duty drug. I am looking into some others, but am really reluctant (although I may need to go on something!
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She is not ADD or ADHD, so am not familiar with drug interactions for these. But you need to watch out for potential of weight gain. We started her out on 2mg, then you dbl the dose as you go. She got up to 10mg, but no real difference. Explosive tantrums, anger, impulsivity continued.
Sorry for the long answer. I believe that in my case it's a lot of behavior mod, especially in my realm. I feel like a prezzle with all the things I've tried and have much anger and frustration with having to continually try to modify my behavior, but we're also locked into some patterns. She is beginning to trust me and understand love again, but it's a gruelling battle to continue to eke out that progress.
No easy answers, but one thing I'd say is to trust your gut and if you don't think a doctor, therapist, whatever is helpful after giving them a good chance, then move on. At some point you'll find a good fit.
Best of luck to you!