Epworth Sleepiness Scale
A simple measure of your general level of daytime sleepiness.
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. Even if you have not done some of these things recently, try to work out how they would have affected you.
Based on your responses to the ESS
The ESS measures subjective sleepiness and is used as a screening tool. Excessive daytime sleepiness can have many causes including sleep disorders, medical conditions, or inadequate sleep. If your score suggests excessive sleepiness, consider discussing this with a healthcare provider.
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The Epworth Sleepiness Scale was developed by Dr. Murray Johns at Epworth Hospital in Melbourne, Australia. It is one of the most widely used measures of daytime sleepiness.
The ESS asks about the likelihood of falling asleep in eight everyday situations. It is commonly used to:
A score above 10 suggests excessive daytime sleepiness that may warrant further investigation.