Alcohol usage level has been elevated to a high range in the United States
As is the case for most abusive drinkers, stress and tension are the primary forces behind such excesses. The military personnel however, face an altogether different kind of stress. Their training programs are not only physically demanding, but also mentally challenging. To make them tougher and ready to deal with any kind of situation, they are deliberately put through strenuous training. Many try to look for solace in alcohol to deal with so much exertion. Many even find it difficult to strike a comfortable balance between their family and military responsibilities. At times of war or conflict, pressure and expectations increase.
Things are especially tough for women military personnel. They need to establish themselves and prove their worth in what is traditionally defined as a "man's" arena. With an extra burden of this kind, tensions reach sky high. Sexual harassment at work is another issue, which women have to tackle with.
The army recognizes the need to control this rise in the number of abusive drinkers. Such activities affect the over all performance of the army, as it reduces efficiency. An ill and hurt soldier is of absolutely no asset to the army during war. Studies show that abusers are more likely to abuse their spouses thus crating bitterness in the working.