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Sleep Disorder Test

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Sleep Disorder Quiz

Understanding Sleep Problems

More than 18 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders, though an estimated 95 percent go undiagnosed and untreated, according to the National Commission on Sleep Disorders.

The good news is that most sleep disorders can be treated. For most people, treatment of their sleep disorder produces a profound improvement in quality of life. Learn more about Methodist Sleep Disorders Center.

 

How likely are you to doze off in the following situations?
1. Sitting and reading:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

2. Watching TV:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

3. Sitting, inactive in a public place (theater, meeting):
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

4. As a passenger in a car for an hour without a break:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

5. Lying down to rest in the afternoon when circumstances permit:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

6. Sitting and talking to someone:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

7. Sitting quietly after lunch without alcohol:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

8. In a car while stopped in traffic:
a) Never
b) Rarely
c) Sometimes
d) Often

If your overall quiz score is greater than 8, you may have an underlying sleeping disorder. High scores generally indicate Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. If you have a high score, consider a consultation with your physician or call the Methodist Sleep Disorders Center at 713.441.7854.

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