Aim: Non-epileptic paroxysmal events are the most frequently movement disorders mimicking epilepsy. Our aim in this article is to increase awareness among physicians by sharing our clinical experience; to reduce unnecessary anti-epileptic use and the number of examinations. Methods: In total 73 patients were included in the study. Patients were evaluated according to detailed anamnesis, video recordings, laboratory findings and electroencephalography (EEG) findings. Results: The most common

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... nosis in patients involved in the study was breath holding spells. The youngest age group was benign sleeping myoclonus. None of the patients had epileptiform activity in the EEG. Conclusion: Non-epileptic paroxysmal events commonly involve the unnecessary use of anti-epileptic medications due to mimicking of epilepsy. This study has shown that detailed anamnesis, EEG findings, and increasinguse of mobile phone video reduce unnecessary treatment and examination in these patients.