A self-test to determine your daytime sleepiness

Do you doze off or fall asleep during the following situations, in contrast to feeling simply tired?
Answer these questions as honestly as possible as they relate to your daily life.

Situation Chance of Dozing
1. Sitting and reading
2. Watching TV
3. Sitting, inactive in a public place (e.g. a theatre or a meeting)
4. As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break
5. Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit
6. Sitting and talking to someone
7. Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol
8. In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in the traffic
TOTAL

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The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is copywritten by Dr. Murray Johns (© MW John 1990-1997) and is reproduced in accordance with Dr. Murray Johns’ research sites terms of use for clinicians.


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

  • 0 = would never doze
  • 1 = slight chance of dozing
  • 2 = moderate chance of dozing
  • 3 = high chance of dozing

Scoring Results

Less than 10:

You may not be suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness.

More than 10:

You may need further evaluation to determine the cause of your excessive daytime sleepiness and whether you have a sleep disorder.