DAS™
Dyadic Adjustment Scale
Graham Spanier, Ph.D.
Measuring both partners’ perceptions to measure the relationship adjustment
Overview
Overview
The DAS is a self-report measure of relationship adjustment.
- Extensive research, including over 1,000 published studies, supports the use of the DAS in determining the degree of dissatisfaction couples are experiencing
- By measuring both partners' perceptions, you can see where the ratings are different and ultimately gain a clearer picture of where the problems are rooted
- With 32 items, it takes only 5-10 minutes to administer
- Normative data included a sample of 218 married individuals and 94 newly divorced individuals
Key Areas Measured
Key Areas Measured
- Dyadic Consensus
- Dyadic Satisfaction
- Affectional Expression
- Dyadic Cohesion