The term "auto-attacks" refers to a type of attack that occurs automatically and repeatedly without any direct input from the player. In many video games, particularly in massively multiplayer online roleplaying games (MMORPGs), auto-attacks are used as an AI feature for non-player characters or computer-controlled enemies. These attacks occur at regular intervals, often with a set frequency and pattern, allowing players to anticipate and defend against them. Auto-attacks can also refer to self-directed actions that harm the person performing them, such as repetitive behaviors in individuals with certain mental health conditions or disorders.