BP 2 isn't any less dangerous for the person. This has been argued and content of many many threads over the years I have been here. I really do not understand whats so hard for people to grasp about it.

Hypos can cause just has much financial ruin due to spending, Risky behavior and poor judgement. "Typically" BP 2 has more and often longer depressions so it increases risk of suicide.

I think the waters get very muddied at times when a person isn't a cut and dry fit right into a slot on the DSM. A change in providers can certainly shake up the diagnosis/label

I do think your Psychologist is going to be the one to narrow down your Diagnosis. Sure Pdocs "usually" make the call, but T's spend more time and can see patterns and specific behaviors clearer, sooner.

So here is me.... playing armchair Pdoc and fabulous T

I agree it is obvious right now your are rapid cycling, Meaning more than 4 distinct episodes a year ( no duh , right ?). I think you drop down into mixed pretty often then pop into either Hypo or depression with in a few weeks. So your all over the place. Wash Rinse Repeat! Sure it could be a medication issue, maybe haven't found a good balance(yet)? I see some traits of BPD but Hey! most all Bipolar's have traits ( I do!) So, combine a ever present swing up, down and a good shake in the middle... "Mixed rapid cycling BP1 with a side of Paranoia (possible psychosis induced )most often hitting right before and after a hypo" I say BP 1 because based off history I do believe you have been full blown Manic in the past.......There! I won't send you a bill

I do think your certainly on the Bipolar spectrum. MMD just doesn't cover your symptoms. Your seeing your T weekly and you know I think hes wonderful ! Your journaling, Your still working on finding a medication treatment that is helping and your able and willing to tolerate, Your in DBT and your taking feedback from people that know you well enough to have a outsiders opinion. I think all that combined is going to help you get a diagnosis that fits.

Meanwhile? Ahhh "try" to focus on symptoms, Yes much easier said that done..lol You know how that goes