Epworth Scale

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale:

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

SITUATION

Sitting and reading: chance of dozing 0-3?

Watching TV: chance of dozing 0-3?

Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g in a meeting): chance of dozing 0-3?

As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break: chance of dozing 0-3?

Lying down to rest in the afternoon: chance of dozing 0-3?

Sitting and talking to someone: chance of dozing 0-3?

Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol: chance of dozing 0-3?

In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic: chance of dozing 0-3?

What was your score?

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