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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Grede talks about the necessity of destigmatizing money conversations among women and the importance of holding a concrete vision rather than relying on manifestation.
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Therapy Is a Rule, Not an Exception Millennials played a huge role in finally destigmatizing mental health matters.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 14 June 2026
By destigmatizing alcoholism and encouraging people contending with the disease to seek help and support.
—Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
After treatment, Cross used her platform to create awareness and destigmatize the disease.
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Maneet Ahuja, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Therapy Is a Rule, Not an Exception Millennials played a huge role in finally destigmatizing mental health matters.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 14 June 2026
By destigmatizing alcoholism and encouraging people contending with the disease to seek help and support.
—Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
After treatment, Cross used her platform to create awareness and destigmatize the disease.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
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“Destigmatize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/destigmatize. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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destigmatize
verb
de·stig·ma·tize
(ˌ)dē-ˈstig-mə-ˌtīz
: to remove shame or disgrace from
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