Ethics are an integral part of establishing order and a sound moral foundation in any organization. In the absence of a good ethical foundation, particularly in the Army, disorder occurs. One of the most destructive unethical behaviors found in the Army is the presence of domestic violence perpetrated by Soldiers. There are many contributing factors that create a higher than national average level of domestic abuse in the military. Factors such as increased stress from deployments, frequent moves, and financial difficulties impact Soldiers more than civilians.

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