Situation | Chance of Dozing |
Sitting and reading | |
Watching TV | |
Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g. a theater or a 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 | Interpretation |
0-7 | It is unlikely that you are abnormally sleepy. |
8-9 | You have an average amount of daytime sleepiness. |
10-15 | You may be excessively sleepy depending on the situation. You may want to consider seeking medical attention. |
16-24 | You are excessively sleepy and should consider seeking medical attention. |