Beth Harmon is autistic
What the title says.
No, lol, okay, i'm going to elaborate because imo she may be the best female autistic representation in media.
Autistic representation in media is basically one thing: white, cis boy genius.
Yes, Beth is white and she is extremely intelligent but she is a woman (!). This is very important as many female autistics go unnoticed. (also, I think she is not straight as it's implied that she has a fling with Cleo but many people disagree with that.).
So, here are some of her asd traits:
1.) Beth is socially inept and often speaks in a monotone voice. She is shown to be confused by social situations multiple times through the show. (like when she is at the party with her classmates and when Harry kisses her).
2.) Her special interest is chess, obviously.
3.) She makes too much eye contact or avoids it completely.
4.) She is extremely honest and blunt to the point that people may find her rude.
5.) She has a monotone expression.
6.) She has a hard time showing emotion and expressing her feelings.
7.) She is resistant to change and is upset when something doesn't go as planned.