Epworth Sleepiness Test

Sleep Better with The Sleep Lab

Are you struggling with daytime sleepiness? Do you find it difficult to stay awake during activities like reading, watching TV, or even driving? You might be experiencing excessive sleepiness, and The Sleep Lab is here to help.

At The Sleep Lab, we can help you understand your sleep patterns. We can tailor testing and treatment plans that work for you and your schedule. So don't let sleepiness control your life.

Take the following test – if your total score is 9 or higher, call The Sleep Lab -808-234-0033. Visit our website: www.Thesleeplabhawaii.com

0 = no chance of dozing

1 = slight chance of dozing

2 = moderate chance of dozing

3 = high chance of dozing

SITUATION CHANCE OF DOZING

__Sitting and reading

__Watching TV

__Sitting inactive in a public place (i.e. a theater or 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 traffic

Total Score: ________________

Scoring Results:

1-6 = You are getting enough sleep

7-8 = Your score is average

9 and up – Call THE SLEEP LAB

Call us at 808-234-0033 or visit our Website: www.Thesleeplabhawaii.com

Author

Dr. Kathleen Carney-Sulieman Dr. Carney-Sulieman is a retired general dentist and a certified health and nutrition coach. Nutrition has been a focus and a passion since 2014, after being diagnosed and treated for breast cancer. During the pandemic, Dr. Carney-Sulieman used the lockdown time to become a certified health and nutrition coach.

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