Sleep Test WELCOME TO THE SLEEP TEST... HOW SLEEPY ARE YOU DURING THE DAY...? A questionnaire that is often used to map sleepiness is the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). This simple self-test (not a diagnostic) can give you clarity about what your daytime sleepiness is telling you by answering 8 questions. High levels of sleepiness can be a sign of sleep deprivation and/or poor quality sleep, possibly due to a sleep disorder. Therefore, in the following situations, indicate how likely it is that you nod off off or fall asleep, even if you haven't done some of these things recently. Try to work out how they would affect you. It is important that you answer each question as best you can, choose the most appropriate option for each situation. Note: It's not about feeling just tired, it's about feeling sleepy. 1) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep while sitting and reading? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 2) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep while watching TV? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 3) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep while sitting, inactive, in a public place? (e.g., in a meeting, theater, or dinner event) Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 4) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep as a passenger in a car for an hour or more without stopping for a break? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 5) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep while taking a rest when circumstances permit? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 6) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep while sitting and talking to someone? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 7) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep while sitting quietly after a meal without alcohol? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen 8) In your current, usual way of life, how likely are you to nod off or fall asleep in a car, while standing still for a few minutes in traffic or at a light? Would never nod off Slight chance of nodding off Moderate chance of nodding off High chance of nodding off Geen Time's up
