Can anxiety and stress cause me to be worried that im not able to swallow, and then i feel like i have problems swallowing? how could i know if theres an actual problem with my swallowing?

It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated. Drink more water. Wish you good health!

Yes, stress,anxiety & thinking about your swallowing will cause a tensing of the normal,smooth swallowing sequence. If you truly want to be checked, a speech pathologist at your local hospital can conduct a swallowing study for you. Discuss this with your MD who has to order the test.