A new method for measuring daytime sleepiness: the Epworth sleepiness scale

Johns MW · Sleep 14(6):540–545 · 1991

Key finding

The 8-item Epworth scale; ≥11 suggests excessive daytime sleepiness.

Citation

Authors: Johns MW
Published in: Sleep 14(6):540–545
Year: 1991
Topic: Insomnia, RLS & instruments

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