Do you have a sleep problem? If you’re not sure, this short assessment can help determine whether you may be at risk for a sleep condition.

• Yes/No: Do you snore loudly?
• Yes/No: Have you or others observed that you stop breathing or gasp for breath during sleep?
• Yes/No: Do you feel sleepy or doze off while watching TV, reading, driving or during daily activities?
• Yes/No: Do you have difficulty sleeping three nights a week or more? For example, do you have trouble falling asleep, wake frequently during the night, wake too early and can not go back to sleep or wake unrefreshed?
• Yes/No: Do you feel unpleasant, tingling, creeping feelings or nervousness in your legs when trying to fall asleep?
• Yes/No: Do you have interruptions to your sleep? For example, nighttime heartburn, bad dreams, pain discomfort, noise, light or temperature?

If you find that you can answer “yes” to two or more of the questions listed above, please consult with your physician on appropriate next steps. Counseling and treatment resources are also available on our Sleep webpage (under the Counseling/Treatment panel). 

Adapted from Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.