fitting a sleeve

Several years ago someone asked why her dress with a set in sleeve hiked up when she raised her arms. I printed the replies she got and now I am unable to find them. Someone recommended a book that fully explains the way armseyes and sleeves are drafted and meant to fit. I have this problem whenever I sew something with a set in sleeve. Everything looks fine when my arms are down. but when I raise my arms the entire dress hikes up. Dresses, shirts, tops, jackets , they all hike up. What causes this and how would I alter the pattern. This is the only fitting problem I have not been able to resolve. I will be mighty greatful if someone can help. Jean