The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is a short test pioneered by Dr Murray Johns of Epworth Hospital in Australia.
It’s a quick test to designed to check your daytime sleepiness to see if you’re getting enough sleep at night. It’s a test used around the world and can be helpful in diagnosing a range of sleep disorders.
Diagnosing sleep disorders is well beyond the scope of this website of course, I’m not a doctor and I don’t pretend to be, but the Epworth Sleepiness Scale can be helpful to understand to what degree you suffer from a lack of sleep.
Simply fill out the form below, click calculate and you’ll get your result.
So how did you do? Here’s what the scores mean:
| Score | Description |
|---|---|
| 0 – 6 | You’re getting enough sleep, congratulations! |
| 7 – 8 | Your score’s average. You don’t have too much to worry about but you might feel better with more sleep. |
| 9 + | You’re suffering from a lack of sleep. Seeking medical help is advised. |
Having a lack of sleep can be caused by a range of issues and can affect you in a number of ways. If in doubt, it’s always best to seek advice from a medical professional. 
