One South: Portrait of a Psych Unit
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.
Episodes
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Part One
A group of young adults in distress finds their way to One South, where the medical team quickly springs into action to assess, stabilize, and assist ...
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Part Two
Throughout their treatment, patients begin to bond and acquire skills to manage distress and embrace radical acceptance, all while gaining a deeper un...