Write a fictional short story in the science-fiction genre about a dystopian world where people possess the unique ability to manipulate their dreams at will. However, a group of individuals realizes that this power is slowly driving them mad, and they embark on a mission to protect themselves and the rest of humanity from the dangerous effects of lucid dreaming. Emphasize the importance of character development and world-building in your storytelling, and highlight the psychological and emotional impact of dreaming on the human psyche.
This prompt doesn't seem malicious.