The Epworth Sleepiness Scale
How Sleepy Are You?
How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations? You should rate your chances of dozing off, not just feeling tired. Even if you have not done some of these things recently try to determine how they would have affected you. For each situation, decide whether or not you would have:
No chance of dozing =0
Slight chance of dozing =1
Moderate chance of dozing =2
High chance of dozing =3
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Analyze Your Score
Interpretation:
0-7:It is unlikely that you are abnormally sleepy.
8-9:You have an average amount of daytime sleepiness.
10-15:You may be excessively sleepy depending on the situation. You may want to consider
seeking medical attention.
16-24:You are excessively sleepy and should consider seeking medical attention.
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
Total Score
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Interpretation
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