SUPPORT GROUPS A LIFE SAVER FOR THIS APPRECIATIVE READER.

Dear L.A. Life: May is mental health month, and, in this regard, I want to commend the Daily News for its support group listings every Monday in the L.A. Life section. I have undergone some serious emotional difficulties in my life and have benefited greatly from attending two of the groups listed: Emotions Anonymous and Recovery Inc. Thankfully, I am now leading a full, productive life.

We are fortunate to live in an age where there are many wonderful kinds of support groups available. The Daily news listings fill an important need for the large number of people who are seeking help for whatever difficult feelings, symptoms or emotions they are experiencing. There truly is no shame in having problems of this kind. Your listings help us all to realize that seeking help is something to be lauded. It takes strength to reach out. The listings in your paper help to ensure that these heartfelt cries for help will be answered. Thank you.

- Cliff Brown

Van Nuys