I have bipolar 1 and have just as many depressive episodes as manic. I think it's fair to say both forms are equally as dangerous and serious. I don't really like these dividing lines. And as far as I can see from articles, they are near or the same as far as risks. There is no doubt in my mind that bipolar II is just as serious as bipolar I and vice versa.

I've read numerous studies that show that suicide risk is actually greatest during a mixed episode which as far as I can tell from the posts here that is something both types experience.

Also I am more suicidal when I am manic or mixed than when depressed. I'm positive I am not alone in this. I dont think mania should be passed off as safe when it comes to suicide risk, I have only been hospitalized or near hospitalized when in a manic or mixed manic state. Maybe psychosis plays a role here. I have two failed attempts.