I would never say don't date someone just because they are mentally ill. If he or she is not stable, that's a different story but you say he is so great.

Know this however, it will provide real challenges above and beyond a normal relationship. I would compare it to dating someone with cancer. It's a disruptive illness, requires a lot of treatment, it may cause financial difficulties, and requires that you learn how to exist with someone with this problem. It's also important to note that everyone is unique, including the mentally ill so it's impossible to say what this person will be like.

I'll say this, many mentally ill people become very lonely because many people retreat when they find out about the disease. We need love as much as anyone.

There's no predicting love and nobody can tell you what you should do. Keep your eyes open and be true to yourself.

Good luck.

Cyran0