Hi,
Just to double check before we start looking for options - what happens to the temps when you turn those lights off?
What hides does he have at the moment at each end?
Can you give us some details on the setup? Maybe we can suggest things to increase his feeling of security and help him settle down a little quicker.
It certainly sounds as though he might have had a stressfull time so you were right to cut back on the handeling sessions till you see if that helps.
dr del