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I have insomnia, but i don't like feeling sedated. which antipsychotic should i ask my doctor about? i have to take med to minimize my psychotic sympt
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Can't slleep: You do notwant an antipsychotic. First you work on sleeping exercises and relaxation techniques. Yet this first
Answered 8/10/2016
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