Dyadic Associations Between Stress and Sleep Quality and Moderating Effects of Emotional Intimacy and in Survivors of Young Adult Cancer and Their Spouses: An Observational Study

Stress emerged as a key intrapersonal determinant of sleep quality for both survivors of young adult cancer and their spouses, indicating that stress management may benefit sleep in both groups. Emotional intimacy buffered stress-related sleep disruption among survivors, but not spouses, highlighting role-specific mechanisms. Tailored approaches may improve sleep and quality of life.