I take daytime naps lasting two or more hours. |
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Sleep Hygiene
The following section lists a series of 13 behaviours.
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I go to bed at different times from day to day. |
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I get out of bed at different times from day to day. |
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I exercise to the point of sweating within 1 hour of going to bed. |
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I stay in bed longer than I should two or three times a week. |
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I have alcohol, tobacco, or caffeine within 4 hours of going to bed or after going to bed. |
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I do something that may wake me up before bedtime (for example: play video games, use the internet, or clean). |
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I go to bed feeling stressed, angry, upset, or nervous. |
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I use my bed for things other than sleeping or sex (for example: watch television, read, eat, or study). |
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I sleep on an uncomfortable bed (for example: poor mattress or pillow, too much or not enough blankets). |
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I sleep in an uncomfortable bedroom (for example: too bright bottom, too stuffy, too hot, too cold, or too noisy). |
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I do important work before bedtime (for example: pay bills, schedule, or study). |
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I think, plan, or worry when I am in bed. |
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Your score: Good Sleep Hygiene
Good sleep hygiene scores indicate that you have good control over your sleep environment and are generally managing your sleep pattern and the different factors that can interfere with sleep, such as noise or caffeine.
If you have a low sleep hygiene score but still feel you are experiencing sleep difficulties or excessive fatigue, download our white paper to learn more.
Your score: Moderate Sleep Hygiene
Moderate sleep hygiene scores suggest that some simple adjustments to your bedtime routine would improve your sleep and alertness, for example using earplugs and relaxation techniques.
Download our white paper to learn about things you could do to improve your sleep hygiene. Once you've had a chance to try some of the strategies, re-take the questionnaire to see how your score changes.
Your score: Poor Sleep Hygiene
Scores within this range suggest that aspects of your daily life are interfering with your ability to obtain sufficient good-quality sleep.
Download our white paper to learn about things you could do to improve your sleep hygiene. Once you've had a chance to try some of the strategies, re-take the questionnaire to see how your score changes.