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These gaps underscore the need for accessible strategies such as youth peer-based mental health programmes and supports (Y-PBMHPS).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"S2056472426110308_as2\">\n                    <jats:title>Aims<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>To examine whether Y-PBMHPS can help address the mental health needs of LMIC youth.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"S2056472426110308_as3\">\n                    <jats:title>Method<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We conducted a rapid review of peer-reviewed literature, searching Medline, PsycINFO, CINAHL, CAB Global Health, Science Citation Index and Social Sciences Citation Index for studies of Y-PBMHPS in LMICs published in English between 1 January 2002 and 19 September 2025. Two review authors performed title\/abstract screening and full-text review. 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Qualitative findings indicated good fidelity, adherence and acceptability, alongside some feasibility challenges.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"S2056472426110308_as5\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Y-PBMHPS can broaden youth mental health support and services in LMICs. 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