One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit

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.