Methods and analysis Scoping review methodology was deemed appropriate to address this study’s aim, as it enables researchers to comprehensively map the literature in a research area,48 including mapping key factors (ie, needs, preferences and experiences) associated with a given concept (ie, peer support).49 The review will follow the scoping review guidelines of Arksey and O’Malley,48 Levac et al 50 and Peters et al.51 The review will be conducted in six stages: (1) identifying the research...