Summary
A chart showing differences in how men and women see their surroundings at night has gone viral, leading to discussions about safety and gender experiences in public spaces. The chart is based on a study by Brigham Young University and highlights that men and women focus on different things when walking alone at night. This sparked conversations online about awareness and gendered experiences while walking.
Key Facts
- The chart highlights how men and women perceive their surroundings differently at night.
- It was shared on a social media platform called Threads and garnered 365,000 views since February 22.
- The discussion is based on a study by Brigham Young University.
- The study was published in the journal "Violence and Gender" in 2024.
- Men focused on fixed objects like paths, while women focused on potential hazards.
- A Gallup poll from November 2023 showed 53% of women fear walking alone at night, compared to 26% of men.
- Online users debated the reasons for these differences in perception.
- Brigham Young University used a heat-map tool in their study to visualize attention areas.
