The scale was developed to provide a reliable, valid, and convenient way to quantify dissociative experiences. The Sidran Foundation is happy to be able to distribute the original English-language DES and several translations. To date, the DES has been translated into over 20 languages other than English. Contact the Sidran Foundation for a list of languages currently available.
Packet includes five copies of the instrument, plus user's manual and reference lists.
The A-DES is a version of the DES developed specifically for use with adolescents. The approximate age range for this version is 10-21 years. The A-DES is currently available only in English. Packet includes five copies of the instrument, plus user's manual and reference list. The Dissociative Features Profile is an instrument that can be useful to help identify dissociative pathology in children and adolescents.