destigmatize
verb
de·stig·ma·tize
(ˌ)dē-ˈstig-mə-ˌtīz 
destigmatized; destigmatizing; destigmatizes
: to remove associations of shame or disgrace from
destigmatize mental illness
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The 2025 version originated with students from the University of South Carolina’s MIND (Mental Illness Needs Discussion) club, which is dedicated to destigmatizing mental health issues, providing peer support for those who live with it and advocating for suicide prevention.
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Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The mission for this program is to utilize students in efforts to destigmatize mental health challenges while fostering a culture of holistic well-being on campus.
—Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Overcoming personal struggles, including bullying and depression, Pree now advocates for self-acceptance, partnering with adult diaper brands to further destigmatize incontinence.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Moreover, fostering a workplace culture that destigmatizes mental health conversations encourages employees to seek help when needed.
—Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The mission for this program is to utilize students in efforts to destigmatize mental health challenges while fostering a culture of holistic well-being on campus.
—Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Overcoming personal struggles, including bullying and depression, Pree now advocates for self-acceptance, partnering with adult diaper brands to further destigmatize incontinence.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Moreover, fostering a workplace culture that destigmatizes mental health conversations encourages employees to seek help when needed.
—Andriana Eliadis, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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“Destigmatize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/destigmatize. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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destigmatize
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de·stig·ma·tize
(ˌ)dē-ˈstig-mə-ˌtīz
: to remove shame or disgrace from
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