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How Does Abilify help anxiety?

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WildcatVet 6 June 2025

Hi!
How's it going?
This excerpt may help explain a little:
"While Abilify (aripiprazole) is not primarily prescribed for anxiety, it can be used to help manage severe anxiety symptoms that don't respond well to conventional anxiety medications.
How it works:
Abilify, an atypical antipsychotic, works by balancing the levels of dopamine and serotonin in the brain. These neurotransmitters play a key role in regulating mood, behaviors, and thoughts. This balancing act helps to stabilize mood and reduce anxiety symptoms, making it potentially beneficial for managing complex anxiety cases."
Otherwise the pharmacology gets pretty technical. Hope this helps some.
WC

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