One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit (2024)

Overview

One South, an inpatient psychiatric unit at Zucker Hillside Hospital in Queens, NY, caters specifically to young adults facing severe mental health challenges. Although its environment resembles a college dormitory, patients enter daily in acute distress, grappling with conditions such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and psychosis, many having considered or attempted suicide. A dedicated team of doctors, social workers, and nurses collaborates to provide stabilization and support, equipping patients with the tools needed for a successful reintegration into everyday life.