What is the Ego State Therapy Assessment (EGST)?

The EGST is designed to identify and evaluate different internal ego states or "parts" of the self. It helps assess how these different aspects of personality interact and whether there are conflicts that may be causing distress.

Who developed it and when?

Developed based on ego state therapy principles pioneered by John and Helen Watkins, incorporating concepts from internal family systems and parts work.

What type of assessment is it?

Self-report questionnaire that can be used in therapeutic settings to explore internal dynamics.

What does it assess?

• Awareness of different internal states or "parts"
• Conflicts between different aspects of self
• Integration vs. fragmentation of personality
• Adaptive vs. maladaptive ego states
• Internal communication and cooperation

How many items and what format?

30 items, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 (never) to 5 (always).

How is it scored?

Scores assess different domains of ego state functioning, with higher scores in conflict areas indicating more internal discord.