According to Fromm,both masochism and sadism aim at
A)increasing basic anxiety through unity with others.
B)decreasing basic anxiety through destruction of others.
C)increasing basic anxiety through destruction of others.
D)decreasing basic anxiety through unity with others.

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According to Fromm, both masochism and sadism aim at decreasing basic anxiety through different means. Masochists seek unity with others by being submissive and dependent on them, while sadists seek to dominate and control others. Both behaviors provide temporary relief from anxiety but do not address the underlying causes of it.

According to Fromm,both Masochism and Sadism Aim at