In some individuals and groups, a pattern of behavior may include both abusive drinking and violence. As of now, there is no single and clear explanatory model. Greater understanding of the causes of violence should increase the capacity to prevent it as well as counteract public perceptions about spurious explanatory models. The companies sponsoring the International Center for Alcohol Policies are committed to an open dialog with the scientific and public health communities on issues of mutual concern. The relationship between alcohol and violence is one of those issues.
Violence has many and complex causes.
Societal, community and individual factors all play significant roles. Greater understanding of the causes of violence should increase the capacity to prevent violence. The vast majority of drinking episodes do not involve violence, and most violence does not involve drinking. In some individuals and groups, a pattern of behavior may include both abusive drinking and violence. As a contribution to the furtherance of moderate and responsible consumption of beverage alcohol, we will participate in partnerships to address the issue of alcohol and violence.