Hi @Ay Ra, the things you mentioned all affect the central nervous system and GABA, so it's not something that is known to help. In fact, sometimes it can make things worse. You may want to look this over:
https://taper.community/thread/57d0fb51-6e6e-4517-9d3d-1dd2f2e3880c
Regarding how it affects sleep, I think everyone is different. Large reductions will most likely affect things more, so if insomnia becomes an issue you can always slow the taper down.
https://taper.community/drugs/risperdal
https://taper.community/resources/blog/risperidone-risperdal-tapering-guide
If you go to the Symptoms and Self-Care section of the forum and click on the Guides tab, you'll find lots of helpful information and tips about how to deal with any withdrawal symptoms. I hope you find something there that helps.
Keep us updated with how things are going.
Venlafaxine (tapering) - Current dose 16.64 mg
Trazodone - 50 mg
Synthroid - 25 mcg
“Your brain and body know how to heal. Trust the process and keep going.”
Please Note: I am not a healthcare professional. Any advice given is based on personal experience and that of others in the lay withdrawal community.