The Importance of the Body for People with Intellectual Disabilities is a specialized book that addresses the complex interactions between body perception, care, and behaviors in individuals with intellectual disabilities. The authors, Theo Klauss and John F. Kane, highlight the challenges that can arise in the care and support of this group, particularly focusing on the tension between necessary care and the risk of self-harm. The book provides a well-founded analysis and discusses both theoretical and practical aspects that are significant for professionals in social and health work. It is aimed at students, practitioners, and anyone interested in the social and psychological dimensions of body perception in people with intellectual disabilities. Its comprehensive examination of the topic makes it a valuable contribution to the humanities and social sciences.