Abilify (aripiprazole) and weight gain?

IT IS POSSIBLE: Yes weight gain is possible as with all medications in this class. Abilify (aripiprazole) may have less of an issue than some others like zyprexa or seroquel.

Possible: All meds in this class have been associated with some wt gain, but Abilify (aripiprazole) is the least likely. It tends to be gradual and can be prevented by attention to diet and exercise. Fear of wt gain shouldn't be cause for not getting appropriate treatment for psychiatric problems. A healthy person if more likely to be able to follow diet and exercise.

There is an: Association but as others have mentioned it has a lower incidence of weight gain/diabetes compared to other second generation antipsychotic medications. Up to 8% of person taking it will gain weight, but good vigilance about your food intake and activity levels can help control this issue.