This can vary greatly depending on location. Generally speaking, if there is a wide variety of cultural diversity in an area, people are going to be more accepting of you. Cultural diversity can include sexual orientation, race, and so forth. Support groups are also an excellent source of information, as you can hear about the success and difficulties others have faced. The more information and resources a person has available, the higher the chances they will secure employment and successfully integrate their needs into the workplace without affecting work performance.
Age is another major reason behind why individuals often reverse a transition.
With younger persons, economics play a large role in this. However, of equal importance is the fact that young persons lack experience coping with a serious and dangerous world. Todays young person is typically under extreme survival pressure. This can be particularly true if a person is disowned by their immediate family. As an new adult, it may often take up to a decade for people to develop the communication skills, education and life experiences needed to successfully navigate relationships and other social structures.