About Patrick

A smiling man with dark brown hair and a stubble, wearing a dark gray sweater, standing outdoors in front of a lush green background with white flowers.

Patrick Kelly is a patient advocate and ADHD coach who was diagnosed with ADHD in first grade. He started stimulant therapy at diagnosis, which he continues to this day. He began to take an active role in his ADHD management nine years ago.

Patrick first became involved in the Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) in 2020, when he became attending the Young People’s Peer Support group. He has served as a facilitator for the group since 2022. He joined the ADDA Virtual Peer Support Group committee in 2025.

He has completed Basic Coaching from ADDCA. His anticipated certification July 2026, pending completion of coaching hours.

He stays up to date on the latest scientific research and developments related to ADHD.

Patrick has spoken at events for Impact Parents and The National Academy.

Specialties

  • Medication advocacy

  • Those with ADHD and a history of addiction

  • Youth and young adults; 13-29

  • ADHD education

Interests & Influences

  • Viktor Frankl and Logotherapy

  • The 12 steps

  • Carl Sagan & Ann Druyan – a love of science, learning, curiosity, and the grandness of nature and the universe

  • Star Wars and the influences of Joseph Campbell and the hero's journey

  • Pop culture; Harry Potter, Lord Of The Rings, MCU, Kevin Smith, The West Wing

  • Pop punk and emo music of his youth

  • Progressive politics

  • Sports - New York and NC teams

Patrick’s Appearances

National Academy of Sciences Panel on Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implications for Drug Development; shared his experience with sobriety, ADHD, and safe use of medication - 46.30 mark