The Epworth Sleepiness Scale
How likely are you to doze off in the following situations, in contrast to just feeling tired?
Use the following scale to determine your likelihood of dozing during each of the listed activities.
How likely are you to fall asleep while...
| - sitting and reading | _________ |
| - watching television | _________ |
| - sitting, inactive in a public place (i.e. a movie theater, 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 lunch without alcohol | _________ |
| - in a car, while stopped for a few minutes in the traffic | _________ |
Total Score |
_________ |
If your total score is NINE or higher, you may want to discuss your symptoms with your primary care physician or call Ohio Sleep Disorders Centers at 330.379.5013 to discuss further evaluation.
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This scale is accepted by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in the diagnosis of sleep disorders.
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