Sex differences in relation between military sexual trauma and risk for alcohol misuse among U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard soldiers.

Findings suggest higher prevalence of MST among USAR/NG service members than is often reported in the literature, particularly for males. MST history was associated with higher and more hazardous/harmful current alcohol consumption for male service members, highlighting need for greater screening, prevention, and intervention among a population already at high risk for problematic alcohol use. Results underscore MST as an important and prevalent experience requiring greater study alongside more traditional notions of service-connected trauma.