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THE EPWORTH SLEEPINESS SCALE


This sleep quiz is an important tool designed to both quickly and easily determine if a sleep disorder could possibly be present or be a factor in your overall health and well being.

The taking of this test and the results obtained in no way substitutes for a medical assessment or diagnostic procedure, but serves as a useful guide to help focus future searches and discussions.

How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to feeling just tired? This refers to your usual way of life in recent times. Even if you have not done some of these things recently try to work out how they would have affected you.

If you get the Seek the advice of a sleep specialist without delay, message then give us a call at (818) 807-5337 and we can help you diagnose your sleep disorder.

Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation: 

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0 = no chance of dozing
1 = slight chance of dozing
2 = moderate chance of dozing
3 = high chance of dozing

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SITUATION                                                                             CHANCE OF DOZING

Sitting and reading                                                                              _____            

Watching TV                                                                                        _____

Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g. a theater or a meeting)             _____

As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break                           _____

Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit         _____

Sitting and talking to someone                                                             _____

Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol                                           _____

In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic                                _____


 
To check your sleepiness score, total the points.  Check your total score to see how sleepy you are. 


THE EPWORTH SLEEPINESS SCALE KEY


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 1 - 6 = Congratulations, you are getting enough sleep!
 7 - 8 = Your score is average
 9 and up = Seek the advice of a sleep specialist without delay

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Please note: This sleep quiz is not a substitute for qualified medical advice. In order to receive an official diagnosis, you should consult with a Sleep Doctor.  To learn more please call us now  at (818) 80-SLEEP.

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