
It is now well-known that soldiers who have been in combat experience certain mental affects. For UK troops, post traumatic stress disorder is not at the top of the list of mental problems as depression and alcohol misuse are much more common.
Alcohol can serve of a comfort for many people, which is one reason why drinking rates are so high in certain areas. Recent research into different drinking demographics has found that serving in the U.S. Navy can lead to higher drinking levels than for civilians.