Epworth Sleepiness Scale

Determine your level of daytime sleepiness by choosing the most appropriate number for each situation:

0 = never doze or sleep
1 = slight chance of dozing or sleeping
2 = moderate chance of dozing or sleeping
3 = high chance of dozing or sleeping

 

Situation
Chance of
Dozing
  • Sitting and reading
  • Watching TV
  • Sitting inactive in a public place
  • Being a passenger in a motor vehicle for an hour or more
  • Lying down in the afternoon
  • Sitting and talking to someone
  • Sitting quietly after lunch (no alcohol)
  • Stopped for a few minutes in traffic while driving
Score

What your score means:

0-9  – Indicates a lower chance of falling asleep while performing common daily activities.

10-14  – Indicates moderately severe sleepiness.

15 or more  – Indicates severe sleepiness.These issues should be discussed with a physician.