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The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (below) was developed by researchers in Australia and is widely used by sleep professionals around the world to measure sleep deprivation.
How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to feeling just tired? This refers to your usual way of life in recent times. If you have not done some of these things recently, think about how they have affected you in the past.
Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation:
**NOTE: We assume no liability for outcomes of this test, and you by using this test, assume all responsibility contained herein. If you may have sleep apnea, please contact a qualified health care provider.
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Score
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ESS Score Indication
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10 and Under
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Congratulations, you are getting enough sleep!
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10-16
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You may be suffering from excessive daytime sleepiness.
You should see your doctor to discuss possible treatment and try to determine the cause of your sleepiness.
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16 and Over
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You are dangerously sleepy
It is important that you consult your Doctor for further diagnosis and to determine possible treatment.
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Epworth Sleepiness Scores (ESS) by Diagnosis
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DIAGNOSIS
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EPWORTH SLEEPINESS SCORE
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RANGE
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Normal Controls
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5.9 - 2.2
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2 - 10
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Primary Snoring
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6.5 - 3.0
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0 - 11
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OSA
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11.7 - 4.6
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4 - 23
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Narcolepsy
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17.5 - 3.5
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13 - 23
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Idiopathic hypersomnia
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17.9 - 3.1
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12 - 24
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Insomnia
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2.2 - 2.0
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0 - 6
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PLMD
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9.2 - 4.0
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2 - 16
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In OSA, ESS > 16 was only seen in patients with moderate to severe disease.
If your score indicates that you may have a sleep disorder, contact a qualified health care provider.
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- 26% of the people in the United States are obese, and 77% of those have sleep apnea.
- 30% to 80% of cardiovascular disease patients have sleep apnea;
- 50% of diabetic patients, particularly Type 2, have sleep apnea.
- 86% of patients who are obese and have Type 2 diabetes also have OSA.
- 35% of people with hypertension have sleep apnea.
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