While television dramas are often viewed primarily as entertainment, some series have become powerful tools for educating the public about important issues. One of the most influential examples is Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (SVU), a crime drama that focuses on crimes involving sexual violence, abuse, exploitation, and victimization. Since its premiere in 1999, SVU has become one of the longest-running television dramas in history, introducing millions of viewers to issues that are often hidden from public view. Among the many topics explored by the series, child sexual abuse (CSA)…