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Are You Getting Enough Sleep Questionnaire

How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to feeling just tired?   Even if you have not done some of these things recently, try to determine how you might react.  Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation:

0    No chance of dozing
1    Slight chance of dozing
2    Moderate chance of dozing
3    High chance of dozing

Situation

Chance of
Dozing      

 1.  Sitting and reading

_________
 2.  Watching TV _________
 3.  Sitting inactive in a public place (e.g. theater or a meeting) _________
 4.  As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break _________
 5.  Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit _________
 6.  Sitting and talking to someone _________
 7.  Sitting quietly after a lunch without alcohol _________
 8.  In a car, while stopped for a few minutes in traffic _________

If you scored greater than 9 points, you may benefit from a consultation with an NorthShore University HealthSystem sleep specialist.