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A BMJ study finds that three months after Australia introduced a blanket ban on under-16s from major social platforms, around 85% of youths report still using the sites, with common circumvention methods including self-declared ages, fake accounts, and VPNs. The UK plans a similar ban by 2027, but experts warn the approach lacks a coherent strategy and may not improve well-being.