Abstract
This research explores changes in perceptions and utilization of parks during the COVID-19 pandemic in Seoul, South Korea. It investigates the relationship between fear of the pandemic and individuals’ opinions about open spaces and their visiting decisions. The study surveyed 600 adults from February 22–23, 2022, and used structural equation modeling to analyze the data. The findings revealed that increased fear of the pandemic led to more positive park sentiments, resulting in higher park visits and fewer visits to other public spaces. The research highlights the significance of parks during the COVID-19 pandemic and how people’s perceptions were influenced by their pandemic-related fear.
Funder
Ministry of Science and ICT, South Korea
Publisher
Public Library of Science (PLoS)
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