A standard test for excess sleepiness that we use is called the EPWORTH SLEEPINESS SCALE.

You can fill one out for yourself to assess whether you might need an appointment with a Board Certified Sleep Physician.

How likely in the last two weeks have you been to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to just feeling tired?

(Use the following scale and indicate with a check mark the most appropriate number for the situation. Then, add up your score and see how you are doing.)  

 

Situation Never
0		 Slight
1		 Moderate
2		 High
3
Sitting and reading
Watching tv
Sitting inactive in a public place (Ex theatre or meeting)
A passenger in a car an hour without a break
Lying down in afternoon when circumstances permit
Sitting and talking with someone
Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol
In a car, while stopped for a few minutes

 

Total range (0-24)
0-8 Normal       9-11 Mild    12-15 Moderate      16-24 Severe

If your score is greater than 8, you might need to see a sleep doctor!