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Sleepiness, snoring and driving habits

C D Hanning¹, M Welsh

¹Department of Anaesthesia, Leicester General Hospital.

Journal of Sleep Research

|March 1, 1996

Summary

Snorers report more daytime sleepiness and are more likely to pull over due to sleepiness. However, this study found no significant difference in overall accident rates among these drivers.

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Area of Science:

Sleep Medicine
Traffic Safety
Public Health

Background:

Daytime sleepiness is a potential risk factor for road traffic accidents.
Snoring is a common symptom associated with sleep disorders and daytime sleepiness.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the relationship between snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), and driving behavior.
To assess the impact of snoring and sleepiness on accident rates in a driver population.

Main Methods:

A self-report postal questionnaire was distributed to 5000 drivers with a maximum no-claims bonus.
Data collected included demographics, driving history, accident history, snoring, and excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS).
Response rate was 44.9% (2247 participants).

Main Results:

Snorers reported significantly higher rates of daytime sleepiness compared to non-snorers.
Snorers were more likely to have pulled off the road due to sleepiness.
No significant difference in overall accident rates was found between snorers and non-snorers.

Conclusions:

Snoring is associated with increased daytime sleepiness and modified driving behaviors.
The study population, selected for a no-claims bonus, may underestimate the true impact of sleepiness on accidents.
Further research is warranted to explore snoring and EDS as contributors to road traffic accidents.

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