Insomnia Test

This quiz is not a substitute for getting professional counsel from a health care provider. For an accurate, professional diagnosis of any sleep disorder, including insomnia, you need to be evaluated by a physician who will administer his or her own tests and screenings.

Your doctor will typically ask you about your sleep habits and issues. He or she may request that you maintain a sleep diary for a few weeks, as well. As part of the evaluation, you can also expect to have a physical exam so your doctor can look for signs of other health issues that may be causing your insomnia.

If you have signs of another sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea or restless legs syndrome, you may need to have a sleep test performed, which requires an overnight stay in a testing facility. While you sleep, body activities are monitored, including your brain waves, breathing patterns, heart rate, eye movements and body movements.

Self-Administered Insomnia Test

Begin by choosing your answer from the drop-down boxes. Then, add up the number of "Yes" answers you have. See scoring information located below. If you think you have insomnia or any sleep disorder, consult your doctor right away.

What Your Answers May Indicate

In both these cases, it's very important to make an appointment with your doctor so that you can get a definitive diagnosis and discuss the treatment options available.

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