Would/should someone date an XYZ man?

It doesn't matter what you have in that spot...... bipolar/fat/lazy/rich/funny/athletic/smart/poor/purple.........................

It all depends on the other partner and what they are looking for.

As with any individual - responsibility, commitment, etc, are often important. What does person X bring to the relationship that person Y enjoys?

I have bipolar. Someone wouldn't easily know it without me telling them - people can tell when I go through phases where I'm a lot more energetic, but I manage myself well. Same with my depressions - they show up a lot more at home and with friends, so I don't hide it so well there.... but in many other areas (such as work) people would never know or guess.

I take responsibility for my weak areas and taught myself skills to manage them, and have learned how to notice early signs and to set precautions. Any partner I have won't have to worry about common bipolar behaviours, such as promiscuity, spending sprees, etc.

Then again - I have never experienced psychosis nor full-blown mania (bipolar 2 here). But people I know who do still have healthy relationships because they have their safety plans for themselves organized.

So.... really, your question is too generalized. It depends on the individuals involved.