Abstract
Twenty-nine children with gratification phenomena seen in last 10 years (January 2008
to December 2017) were analyzed retrospectively. A proper history, eyewitness account,
and video recordings of the event helped in making the diagnosis. Twenty-seven out
of 29 (93%) children with gratification phenomena were females. Four patterns of gratification
phenomena were seen. Three of these patterns not described before are reported. A
typical gratification phenomenon was seen in 16 of 29 (55%) children. At the time
of referral, 24% of these children were labeled epileptic and were on antiepileptic
medication. This benign condition has to be recognized and extensive investigations
should be avoided.
Keywords
gratification phenomena - children - benign - epilepsy mimics - paroxysmal disorder
