@MagicalStars9AJ asked: "Does mental health to impact lucid dreaming?"
Indirectly, yes, it can. Being in poor mental health can affect what types of dreams you have, which means you might not see your regular dream signs. That means you might not do reality checks as frequently, which can impact your level of lucidity regardless of which technique you use to lucid dream. At best, you'll be at a lower level than you otherwise could be. At worst, and this is mainly for DILD users, it might prevent you from becoming lucid altogether.
However, I feel like I should point out that the reverse of this question is also true. Lucid dreaming can also have a positive impact on your mental health. It builds problem-solving skills and help overcome fears, which can help with anxiety or even PTSD. Of course, it won't always erase these disorders, but it can help if you frequently have nightmares caused by either one and can become lucid when they happen, thus realizing that you're safe and it isn't real. As for problem-solving, you can think much more clearer in a lucid dream than a regular one, since you're in touch with your conscious rather than solely running on your subconscious. And since you're in a safe environment, you can try things repeatedly without pressure.
Be warned, though. Using outside methods, such as medicine that can cause lucid dreaming, you can actually worsen your own mental health. This can cause anxiety, overall stress, and even schizophrenic behavior. Basically, for your own safety, stick to methods that are in this book or that don't require materials other than yourself and maybe an alarm.
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