Do you sometimes feel disconnected from yourself?
The Dissociative Experiences Scale II (DES-II) is a 28-item self-report questionnaire developed by Eve Carlson and Frank Putnam (1993) to measure dissociative experiences in daily life. Dissociation refers to moments of disconnection from one's thoughts, memory, surroundings, actions, or identity. Everyone experiences mild dissociation occasionally (e.g., zoning out while driving), but persistent or intense dissociation can be linked to trauma, anxiety, or dissociative disorders. This simplified 5-point version measures how often each experience happens to you.
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🔬 Dissociation (DES-II)
What is dissociation (DES-II)?
The DES-II (Dissociative Experiences Scale) explores experiences of dissociation: moments when you feel disconnected from yourself, from time or from reality. This includes zoning out, driving without remembering the trip, feeling like an observer of your own life (depersonalization) or finding the world unreal and hazy (derealization).
Why it matters
Dissociation is a protective reaction of the brain, often linked to stress or trauma. Mild episodes are common, but frequent dissociation can signal distress that deserves to be heard. Recognizing it helps make sense of certain memory gaps or that feeling of not being truly present.
About this test
This test is free, fast and confidential. It is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. If you experience frequent or overwhelming dissociative episodes, or ones tied to painful memories, a mental health professional can support you with care.